The Blueprint with Jen Psaki

Listen to MSNBC’s town hall featuring former federal workers forced out under the Trump administration.

Listen to MSNBC’s Special Coverage of President Trump’s address to Congress on March 4th, 2025.

Tim Ryan knows how to communicate about economic issues in a way that's less policy paper and more chat at the hardware store.

With optimism and realism, Stacey Abrams lays out where Democrats should focus their energy. And how to regroup for the next fight.

Governor JB Pritzker on Democratic values, an unelected Elon Musk, and making things a little bit easier.

Jen Psaki and Jemele Hill have an honest conversation about what Democrats should be doing in this moment. And what they shouldn’t do.

Don Lemon talks plainly about the state of legacy media and how Democrats can do better.

Jen Psaki and Rahm Emanuel get real about what needs to change in the Democratic Party in order to win again.

Jen Psaki and Jack Schlossberg catch up on Dem’s tepidness, conservatives owning social media and where the kids are.

Jen Psaki talks with Maryland Governor Wes Moore about football, patriotism and authenticity.

Jen Psaki explores what’s next for the Democratic party.

Introducing “Trumpland with Alex Wagner,” a new podcast covering Trump's first 100 days. Up first: reporting on the J6 pardons.

Listen as Donald Trump is sworn in at the 47th President of the United States. Plus: commentary from Rachel Maddow and the MSNBC team.

The full audio of President Biden’s farewell address.

What happened and what’s next, after an unprecedented election catapulted Donald Trump to another stint in the White House.

MSNBC hosts discuss what’s next following Vice President Kamala Harris’ defeat in the 2024 presidential election.

Vice President Kamala Harris addressed supporters following the results of the 2024 election.

Listen to key portions of MSNBC’s live coverage of Election Night results.

The Ellipse and the MSG rally sum up closing arguments. And Steve Kornacki details what to watch for as the votes come in on Tuesday.

In closing pitches, Harris aims for the center as Trump goes further off the rails. And Rep Lauren Underwood lays out the healthcare choices before voters.

Two substantially different closing arguments as early voting exceeds expectations. And why Harris’ housing solutions scratch the itch for first-time home buyers.

Trump trashes early voting as his party hopes to normalize it. And former Border Czar Alan Bersin on the major decrease in border crossings and the reality of Trump’s mass deportation plan.

Reintroducing “Kamala: Next in Line,” a podcast on the stories that shaped the life and politics of Vice President Kamala Harris.

Remember what it was like to watch a policy-heavy, substantive debate? Plus: David Axelrod offers what Harris’ prime focus should be in this last 33-day sprint.

Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz meet face-to-face for their debate as Vice Presidential nominees.

Harris seeks to gain voter confidence on the economy and immigration. And why everyone should feel confident in the safety and integrity of our election.

Stephanie Ruhle sits down for an exclusive interview with VP Kamala Harris, her first solo network interview since the Democratic nomination.

Turning down the heat on divisive rhetoric should be reflexive, unless that's the goal. And reproductive freedom is not just a women’s fight.

In the final episode of our special series, Chris Hayes speaks with climate experts on the threats Project 2025 will pose to our already warming planet.

A look at the anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric laid out in Project 2025.

A commanding debate performance sets the table for November. And we ask: do endorsements have consequences?

We’re thrilled to share a mashup of our MSNBC Live: Democracy 2024 event that we recently held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Enjoy key conversations from this first of its kind in-person, interactive experience.

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump go head-to-head in their first presidential debate.

How educators and politicians are fighting back against the sort of attacks on public education that could become more common under Project 2025.

In this special series highlighting what’s at stake under Project 2025, Ali Velshi focuses on its plans for eliminating abortion access and undermining reproductive rights.

The Harris-Walz campaign is working a full court press, as the debate looms. Plus: the necessity of an economy that works for everyone with Senator Laphonza Butler.

Advice for the Harris-Walz campaign to streamline their messaging in battleground Pennsylvania. Plus, the issues facing Black male voters.

An electrifying week at the Democratic National Convention celebrated the party’s nominee. Now, the Harris-Walz campaign girds for the fight to come.

The 2024 Democratic National Convention comes to a close and Vice President Kamala Harris makes history as the Democratic presidential nominee.

Democrats introduce Governor Tim Walz to the nation on night three of the convention with speeches from Oprah Winfrey, Pete Buttigieg, Nancy Pelosi, and former President Bill Clinton.

After an electric first night, the 2024 Democratic National Convention continues Tuesday with appearances by second gentleman Doug Emhoff, plus Michelle and Barack Obama.

The 2024 Democratic National Convention began Monday as President Biden passed the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris to become the party’s standard bearer.

Trump continues to choose grievance over policy, as Harris narrows the polling gap. Plus: the 'Harris Effect' on down-ballot races.

Vice President Harris has chosen her running mate. And Trump seems to be flailing.

Vice President Harris’ message is gaining traction. So are limits to abortion access and reproductive care.

The excitement around Kamala Harris’ bid for the presidency is electric. Plus: Governor Tim Walz on veepstakes and Dem Convention rules.

President Biden addresses the nation following his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race.

President Biden makes the historic call to end his bid for re-election, and backs his vice president, Kamala Harris, to lead the Democratic ticket.

The GOP Convention unites the party behind Trump, but Dems are not unified on whether Biden is their guy.

Former President Trump officially accepts his party’s nomination with a long, meandering speech in Milwaukee.

JD Vance gives his first speech as the vice-presidential nominee on day three of the Republican National Convention.

The Republican National Convention continues with tonight's theme of "Make America Safe Once Again."

The 2024 Republican National Convention began on Monday in Milwaukee, just days after former President Donald Trump’s assassination attempt.

President Biden holds his first news conference since the June presidential debate.

Dem lawmakers continue to evaluate Biden’s position at the top of the ticket. Plus: Trump’s veepstakes and a GOP Convention preview.

No holds barred on how to move forward if you’re Joe Biden. Plus: Dahlia Lithwick on destructive decisions from the Supreme Court.

Claire, Jen and the Lincoln Project’s Stuart Stevens unpack what may prove to be the most consequential debate in modern American history.

Listen to President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump face off in the first 2024 presidential debate, hosted by CNN.

Evaluating Biden’s immigration action and prepping for the first debate. Plus: what labor unions want from the next president.

The clear contrast between Biden and Trump, as candidates and as people. Plus: Sen. Tester gets at the root of ‘foodflation’.

How does a campaign talk about an opponent who’s a criminal? Plus: 75 million reasons to energize and excite Equality Voters.

Dems are feeling nervous, but the sky is not falling. Plus: building a strong ground game and harnessing resources to tighten the gap.

Biden needs to walk and chew gum at the same time — addressing the concerns of the base while speaking to the undecided.

‘Infrastructure Week’ is no longer a punchline, it's a reality. And so is voter suppression. How to tout one and beat back the other.

Taking stock of who will control the narrative on Gaza, immigration and election integrity. And Marc Elias on coming post-election legal battles.

College students around the country are protesting; how that fervor might (or might not) translate to voter engagement. Plus: Trump’s plans for a second term.

Listen to the 2024 White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, featuring remarks from President Joe Biden and Saturday Night Live's Colin Jost.

The contrast of one candidate on the campaign trail, while the other is in a Manhattan courtroom. Plus: how evolving reproductive laws will shape November.

Former US Attorney Joyce Vance on the ups and downs one week into the trial of former President Trump.

Arizona decides to revert to an 1864 abortion stance. And Chris Hayes on his new podcast series comparing the records of our two incumbent candidates.

As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing the first episode of a special series from “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast,” called “WITHpod 2024: The Stakes.” For the first time since 1892, we have an election in which both candidates have presidential records. It’s a unique chance to take a hard look at what both Joe Biden and Donald Trump have actually done as president. Chris Hayes talks to experts about both candidates’ records on specific policy areas. This week, Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, policy director at the American Immigration Council, joins to unpack immigration policies under Trump vs. Biden, the state of the asylum system, and more. Follow and listen to the whole series: https://link.chtbl.com/withpod_tsfd

The long shadow cast from Florida’s six-week ban. And a conversation with Daria Dawson of America Votes, on engaging voters directly and locally in 2024.

Historian Michael Beschloss on how Trump’s challenges in the courtroom line up against a larger history of presidential legal woes.

Arizona’s Secretary of State shares how he is testing A.I. deepfakes in our elections, and Claire and Jen spotlight the damage an RFK Jr. run could inflict come November.

As an early start to the general election has Team Biden on the road, Claire and Jen talk to the man behind NBC’s Decision Desk about how to think about polling in 2024.

Join MSNBC’s political team as they analyze key takeaways from President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address.

Claire and Jen dig into No Labels third-party plans with Third Way’s Matt Bennett, and highlight the Christian nationalist agenda being built out for a Trump White House.

Join MSNBC’s political team as they cover the results of Super Tuesday.

On a special episode, live from the 92nd Street Y, Katy Tur interviews Claire and Jen for a raucous discussion about the issues facing us in the coming presidential contest.

Former RNC Chair Michael Steele joins Claire and Jen to look ahead to Super Tuesday and McConnell’s departure from the Senate.

Join MSNBC’s political team as they cover the South Carolina primary results.

Claire and Jen tackle a wide range of issues effecting the 2024 race this week including Alabama’s Supreme Court decision on embryos, the aftermath of the Kansas City shootings and Russia’s push to spread misinformation about the presidential race. Again.

Claire and Jen tackle what to tell your friends and family about whether Biden is Democrats’ best option. Plus: veteran prosecutor Andrew Weissmann highlights what the media gets wrong about Special Counsel Hur's report.

Join MSNBC’s political team as they analyze the oral arguments heard by the U.S. Supreme Court in the Colorado ballot disqualification case.

Congressional GOP are losing along many fronts this week, but the Biden economy is sunny.

As the Nevada primaries approach, Claire and Jen get the inside scoop on the state's political landscape from Jon Ralston, founder and CEO of The Nevada Independent. Plus, they shine a spotlight on President Biden’s reenergized presence on the campaign trail.

Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri talk with NBC White House Correspondent Mike Memoli about Biden’s 2024 kickoff and shine a light on the No Labels complaint to the DOJ. Plus: their winners and losers out of New Hampshire.

MSNBC’s expert political team gives context to the results of the New Hampshire Primary.

Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri break down the results from the Iowa Caucuses while looking ahead to New Hampshire. Then: how the White House should manage escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Join MSNBC’s political team as they cover the Iowa Caucus results.

Katy Tur hosts MSNBC’s “How To Win” TV special with Steve Kornacki, Jennifer Palmieri and special guests to analyze the numbers behind the final Des Moines Register/NBC poll as Iowa prepares to kick off the first votes of the 2024 election.

Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri are back this week with a focus on the crisis at the border and a preview of what to look for as the Iowa Caucuses approach.

Rachel Maddow leads expert analysis following the fifth Republican Presidential debate in Iowa hosted by CNN.

If Donald Trump wins the GOP nomination, who will his VP pick be? Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri dig into some of Trump’s potential running mates with The Bulwark’s Sarah Longwell

House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark helps break down Republicans’ worst votes of 2023 that could haunt them in 2024.

At the end of a hectic year, Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri answer listener questions about what’s ahead for 2024.

Hosts of MSNBC’s Prosecuting Donald Trump podcast react to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to disqualify the former president from the 2024 presidential ballot.

Christina Reynolds of EMILYs List joins former Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri to discuss the potential impact of the abortion rights crisis on the 2024 race.

Former Obama advisor Dan Pfeiffer helps break down the dangers of a second term for Donald Trump.