James Downie

James Downie, an MSNBC.com columnist and expert on the Trump administration, joins the discussion on the White House's new approach to media access, which aims to shield President Trump from scrutiny. He critiques Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's fiery response to the media and her struggles to address the alarming drop in consumer confidence. Downie also highlights the implications of economic turmoil on Trump’s support base, underlining how voter sentiments can shift dramatically amid financial instability.

Franklin Foer discusses his new book on Joe Biden's White House. James Downie explains the fleeting stardom of Vivek Ramaswammy. Hannah Fried talks about ensuring fair elections and fighting voter suppression.