Rep. Dan Goldman

Dan Goldman, a former federal prosecutor and Democratic congressman, discusses national security and the political fallout from Trump's government shutdown. He highlights Trump's apparent unawareness of his administration's actions and how that impacts the political landscape. Additionally, Kat Abughazeleh, a Democratic congressional candidate and activist, shares her experiences protesting at the Broadview ICE facility, revealing disturbing details about law enforcement tactics and the urgent need for transparency and humane treatment of immigrants.

This discussion features J.B. Pritzker, the Illinois Governor, who addresses the pressures faced by media outlets like ABC under the Trump administration. He emphasizes the need for public pushback against intimidation tactics, warning about the risks of authoritarianism. Preet Bharara, a former U.S. Attorney, provides legal insights on the implications of corporate capitulation. Dan Goldman highlights the coordinated efforts to silence dissent within media and institutions, advocating for active protection of the First Amendment.

In this engaging discussion, Congressman Dan Goldman, a former federal prosecutor known for his focus on oversight and accountability, dives into the chaos surrounding Trump's shutdown and its economic implications. He critiques misleading claims from Trump aides about foreign investment and discusses rising banking concerns amidst recent economic turmoil. Goldman also addresses the Republicans' strategic avoidance of negotiations, the blockage of Epstein investigation files, and critiques the politicization of the DOJ under Trump, providing sharp insights into the current political landscape.

Rep. Dan Goldman, a former federal prosecutor and current U.S. Representative from New York, shares his insights on critical national issues. He uncovers the alleged FBI cover-up related to Jeffrey Epstein and highlights the partisan dynamics affecting law enforcement. Goldman critiques Trump’s attacks on free speech and emphasizes the need for collective public pressure on corporations. He also discusses strategies to protect healthcare funding amidst shutdown politics and stresses the importance of defining policy to improve Democratic messaging ahead of 2026.

Dan Goldman, a U.S. House member and judiciary committee member, provides sharp analysis of Attorney General Pam Bondi's evasive testimony regarding James Comey's indictment. He argues her performance reflects partisan loyalty to Trump, undermining the DOJ's integrity. The discussion also touches on the air traffic controller shortage affecting major U.S. cities and concerns about federal response. Goldman critiques the politicization of justice and warns of the implications for accountability.