Richard Blumenthal

Senator Richard Blumenthal, a Democratic U.S. senator from Connecticut, dives into the urgent need for regulating sports gambling through the SAFE Bet Act. He highlights the act's focus on curbing gambling advertisements and funding treatment for addiction, painting a vivid picture of sports gambling as a potential public health crisis. Blumenthal discusses the shifting landscape of sports betting and the parallels it shares with the tobacco industry, emphasizing the importance of consumer protection and accountability in an increasingly tempting environment.

Senator Richard Blumenthal, a key player in military affairs, and Alexis McGill Johnson, the President and CEO of the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, dive into pressing political issues. They discuss Trump’s recycled media strategies reminiscent of Sean Spicer's infamous press conference and the challenges surrounding public health and vaccine skepticism, particularly stemming from figures like RFK Jr. The conversation also touches on the Supreme Court's impact on healthcare access and reproductive rights, emphasizing the struggles faced by vulnerable populations.

Dep. National Security Adv. Jon Finer discusses potential U.S.-brokered deal for hostage release in Gaza. Chris Christie reacts to polling third in New Hampshire. Sen. Richard Blumenthal talks partisanship in Congress. Steve Kornacki presents new NBC News national poll.