In this segment, guests include Julie Serkin, NBC News congressional correspondent, Courtney Kuby, Pentagon correspondent, and Ashley Akers, a former federal prosecutor. They uncover the surprising dynamics of Mitch McConnell's vote against Pete Hegseth, revealing deep party tensions. The implications of Hegseth's controversial nomination are analyzed, alongside concerns about his qualifications. Akers sheds light on the emotional toll of handling January 6th cases and discusses the impact of presidential pardons on public safety and legal integrity.