The Weeknight

Florida Democrats want Ron DeSantis’ new detention site in the Everglades shut down. State Sen. Shevrin Jones, who toured the facility, joins The Weeknight to reveal what he calls a “morally bankrupt” operation. Plus, former member of the Council of Economic Advisers Heather Boushey breaks down the latest threats from Trump in his self-imposed trade war. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump is facing a MAGA revolt over the Epstein files. Congressman Eric Swalwell and Tim Miller, writer-at-large at the Bulwark, join The Weeknight. Plus: Colorado Gov. Jared Polis joins as he tries to fight the staggering toll of Trump’s tax law. His state could lose $500 million in revenue each year -- *and* face another $500 million in new costs as Medicaid and food aid take a hit.  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As President Trump visits Texas to see flood damage first-hand, several Democrats in Congress have signed a letter demanding an oversight hearing on his administration’s response. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, one of those Democrats, joins The Weeknight to discuss.  Plus, the Trump administration is firing almost 3,000 State Department employees. Former DNC Chair Jaime Harrison and co-host of MSNBC’s “The Weekend” Eugene Daniels break it down.  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the rescue efforts continue in Texas, Rep. Jared Moskowitz is calling for an investigation into FEMA’s response. He joins The Weeknight to discuss how unprepared the Trump administration is when it comes to handling natural disasters.. Plus, MSNBC Legal Correspondent Lisa Rubin and former Biden DOJ official Anthony Coley expand on the Trump  administration’s continued attack on the rule of law. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump promised 90 deals in 90 days—he’s nowhere close. Sen. Tammy Baldwin joins The Weeknight to break down Trump’s economy, and how it will hurt all Americans. Plus, Democrats are already hitting Republicans over the historic Medicaid cuts in Trump’s tax agenda.  Rep. Sarah McBride joins to discuss the legislation’s impacts on Delaware residents, and how the GOP is trying to spin the dismantling of the social safety net. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rep. Nanette Barragan joins The Weeknight to discuss the fallout from federal agents swarming L.A.’s MacArthur Park — heavily armed, on horseback and in armored vehicles. Plus: Trump’s IRS is finding new ways to tear down the barrier between church and state, granting houses of worship the freedom to endorse political candidates. Democracy Docket founder Marc Elias joins to discuss the decision’s implications. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the second hour of Monday’s edition of The Weeknight, The Social Security Administration sent a misleading email to beneficiaries stating that Trump’s new law eliminates taxes on Social Security benefits for most recipients. Former SSA Commissioner Martin O’Malley sets the record straight on what the law really does – and doesn’t do. Plus, Republican strategist Terry Holt and former Deputy White House Press Secretary in the Biden Administration, Andrew Bates, break down the moving goalposts of Trump’s tariff deadlines. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Texas is reeling from a catastrophic flash flood that has claimed more than 100 lives. Former HUD Secretary and Texas native Julian Castro and Investigative Reporter Tony Plohetski join The Weeknight to discuss the latest. Plus: Trump is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House to discuss a possible Gaza ceasefire and the path forward after recent Iran strikes. Sen. Chris Coons explains the high-stakes at play. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Iowa State Rep. J.D. Scholten join The Weeknight to discuss how Democrats plan to hold Republicans accountable for forcing through a tax bill that could hurt tens of millions of Americans. Plus, reporting from the New York Times suggests Trump’s DOJ is exploring whether it can bring criminal charges against election officials. Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and former Justice Department official Anthony Coley break it down. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Trump’s tax bill stalled in Congress, House Minority Whip Katherine Clark and Rep. Bennie Thompson join The Weeknight to break down the Republican infighting — and expose how the bill’s brutal cuts could push millions of Americans further into poverty. Plus, Wisconsin Democratic Assembly Leader Greta Neubauer and President/CEO of Reproductive Freedom for All Mini Timmaraju react to the Wisconsin Supreme Court decision to overturn a 176 year-old abortion ban. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.