

Deadline: White House
Nicolle Wallace, MSNBC
Drawing on years of experience as communications chief for President George W. Bush and senior advisor for the McCain-Palin campaign, Nicolle Wallace provides political insight and clarity on where the decision-makers stand on complex issues. Join her for analysis and discussion with the key newsmakers every weekday.
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Sep 2, 2025 • 42min
“A clear and present danger”
September 1st, 2025, 5pm: Numerous Republican lawmakers were on the receiving end of major frustration and anger from their constituents at town halls across the nation. Stephanie Ruhle, in for Nicolle Wallace, and our panel of experts break down the mounting pressure republicans are receiving for aligning with Trump’s anti-democratic ways. Plus, Trump’s continued attacks on mail-in voting and a preview of this week’s episode of “The Best People,” featuring Ken Burns.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC 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.

Sep 2, 2025 • 44min
“Not needed nor welcome”
September 1st, 2025, 4pm: From coast to coast, Americans are bracing for impact ahead of what could be an expanded federal takeover of U.S. cities. In Chicago, protestors are spending their Labor Day protesting Trump’s threats to send national guard troops to their city. Stephanie Ruhle, in for Nicolle Wallace, and our team of political and military experts discuss the Trump administration’s plans. Plus, new warnings from former directors of the CDC and an appeals court finds most of Trump’s tariffs illegal. For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC 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.

Aug 28, 2025 • 42min
“Words of advice for Democrats”
August 28th, 2025, 5pm: From Illinois to California, Democratic governors across the nation are taking the lead in opposing Trump’s policies. Nicolle Wallace and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont discuss how Democrats can push back against the Trump administration. Plus, how Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner plans to fight back against federal overreach in his city.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC 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.

Aug 28, 2025 • 45min
“The last bit of irony”
August 28th, 2025, 4pm: This afternoon, confusion and chaos at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention as the person Trump hand picked to lead the agency is fired by the White house. Nicolle Wallace and our team of political and medical experts break down the impact of her firing and the subsequent resignations at the CDC. Plus, constituents make their displeasure with their Republican representatives known at town halls across the nation. For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC 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.

Aug 27, 2025 • 43min
“Who stands to pay the price”
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Aug 27, 2025 • 40min
“A tragedy of almost incomprehensible cruelty”
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Aug 26, 2025 • 44min
“What happens if I speak up”
August 26th, 2025, 5pm: Donald Trump’s plans to send National Guard troops to more cities as the question becomes just how far it will go. Nicolle Wallace and her panel unpack the haunting and ominous moves – when taken in total – that the administration has made over the last few weeks. Later, Nicolle discusses the administration’s latest threat to healthcare, this time as the VA proposes ending abortion access at their hospitals.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC 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.

Aug 26, 2025 • 43min
“Playing with fire”
August 26th, 2025, 4pm: A ratcheting up pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve: Donald Trump says he’s removing Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Nicolle Wallace discusses the implications for democracy as Trump’s second term looks more and more like a descent into authoritarianism. Later, an update on Congress’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and more on the states wading into the redistricting fights. For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC 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.

Aug 25, 2025 • 45min
“Crossed a line”
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Aug 25, 2025 • 55min
“This is all just a show of force”
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