The Beat with Ari Melber

The Trump administration is blocking state officials from investigating the deadly ICE shooting of an American citizen in Minneapolis. Plus, pressure is mounting on Trump’s Justice Department over Jeffrey Epstein.

MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on the breaking news out of Minneapolis, where a U.S. citizen was shot and killed by an ICE agent. Retired NYPD Detective Mark Claxton and Congressman Jim Himes join.

President Trump is openly vowing to seize Venezuela's oil, following the ousting of Nicholas Maduro. Plus, MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on the five year anniversary of the January 6 riot that came to define President Biden's transition.

Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty to charges that include narco-terrorism and drug trafficking in a federal courtroom in Manhattan. MS NOW’s Ari Melber reports on the deepening confusion about the Trump administration’s motives, goals, and plans in Venezuela.

Artists have canceled their upcoming performances at the Kennedy Center after its board voted to rename the performing arts venue to include President Donald Trump’s name. Melissa Murray reports.

Thousands of new pages from the Epstein files have been released. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is joined by Vanity Fair's Molly Jong-Fast and Semafor's Margaret Carlson.

The Trump administration facing backlash over the heavily-redacted release of a small portion of the Epstein files, a violation of the legally mandated deadline for all documents. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is joined by Emily Bazelon, Rep. Yassamin Ansari, Andrew Weissmann and Maya Wiley.

The Department of Justice has released some of the Epstein files. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is joined by former federal prosecutor John Flannery.

FCC chairman Brendan Carr testified to a congressional committee for the first time since ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel's show. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is joined by Dylan Ratigan.

MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on the comments from Trump's Chief of Staff Susie Wiles who is on-the-record critiquing everything from tariffs, to immigration, to prosecuting rivals. Former Trump White House veteran Sarah Matthews and Gretchen Carlson join to discuss.

December 12, 2025; 6pm; A manhunt is underway after a shooting at Brown University left two students dead and multiple injured. An antisemitic mass shooting in Sydney Australia over the weekend also left 16 dead, including one of the two suspected gunmen. Plus, fractures showing among Donald Trump's support with MAGA Republicans. And, remembering Rob and Michele Reiner, who were found dead Sunday. MS NOW’s Ari Melber reports and is joined by Rob D'Amico, Mark Leibovich, and Margaret Carlson.

December 12, 2025; 6pm; House Democrats releasing numerous photos of Jeffrey Epstein with prominent individuals including Bill Gates, Donald Trump, Steve Bannon and Bill Clinton, ahead of the December 19 deadline for DOJ to release its Epstein files. MS NOW’s Ari Melber reports and is joined by Molly Jong-Fast, Michelle Goldberg, and 50 Cent.

President Trump is facing backlash over ICE, the ongoing Epstein scandal and the economy. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is joined by Jen Psaki.

Americans are facing high prices. MS NOW’s Ari Melber fact-checks President Trump’s comments on prices and reports on how these prices are shaping voters’ economic priorities.

MS Now's Ari Melber reports on how high prices and economic pain are shaping voters' priorities. President Trump noticed and is responding at a rally in Pennsylvania tonight.

MS Now's Ari Melber reports on President Trump's appearance at the Kennedy Center Honors, and his latest attempt to use power to promote himself.

Trump Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing war crime allegations. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on new details and video from the September strikes on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean.

Trump defense secretary Pete Hegseth is under fire and facing allegations of having committed or overseen a war crime. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on the latest developments.

Trump defense secretary Pete Hegseth is facing allegations of having committed or overseen a war crime. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports.

Trump faces a political tipping point as hundreds of DC Republicans voted to release the Epstein files and demand answers on whether his Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, committed a war crime with a boat strike in the Caribbean, MS NOW's Ari Melber reports. James Carville, Democratic Congressman Adam Smith, and Ankush Khardori join.

MS NOW’s Melissa Murray reports on an alleged war crime that is engulfing the Trump administration.

Rachel Maddow’s new podcast “Burn Order” is out now! Listen to a special preview.

Two members of the West Virginia National Guard are in critical condition after being shot near the White House. MS NOW's Michele Norris reports on the latest developments.

MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on Trump's approval ratings sinking to record second-term lows after suffering a humiliating defeat on the Epstein files. Alicia Menendez, Bill Kristol, former Watergate prosecutor Nick Akerman, and acclaimed author Walter Isaacson join.

A federal judge has dismissed the cases against James Comey and Letitia James after the judge determined the interim U.S. attorney Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is joined by John Flannery.

November 21, 2025; 6pm: MS NOW's Ari Melber breaks down the Epstein emails, including newly-surfaced messages from lawyers who went on to represent Trump. Margaret Carlson, Cornell Belcher, and former Justice Department attorney Mike Romano join.

November 20, 2025; 6pm: Trump signs the Epstein files release bill, meaning the DOJ has 30 days to release the files. New reports show Trump secretly lobbied GOP senators to slow-walk the bill, MS NOW's Ari Melber reports. Joan Walsh, Chai Komanduri, Gary Shteyngart, and Patton Oswalt join.

November 19, 2025; 6pm: MS NOW’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat and reports on Congress passing legislation to force the DOJ to release its Epstein files. The legislation now awaits Trump's signature. Plus, new reporting on ties between former Trump advisor Steve Bannon and Epstein. Michelle Goldberg, Michael Hirschorn, and Andrew Weissmann join.

November 18, 2025; 6pm: A major loss for Donald Trump today, MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on how Republicans went from opposing any vote to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act to joining Democrats to back it almost unanimously, and how that weakens Trump's legislative strategy. Rick Wilson, Ayanna Pressley, Alex Wagner, and Molly Jong-Fast join.

November 17, 2025; 6pm: MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat and reports on Trump's apparent reversal of stance on the release of the Epstein files. Maya Wiley, Gretchen Carlson, and Bill Kristol join.

MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on Trump now trying to deflect the Epstein emails, calling on his Justice Department to investigate Epstein's relationship with Bill Clinton and other figures and institutions. Jason Johnson, Emily Bazelon, and Margaret Carlson join. Plus, political podcast host David Pakman.

MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the damning Epstein emails rocking the Trump White House. Andrew Weissmann and Rep. Melanie Stansbury join.

Damning emails allege President Trump knew of Jeffrey Epstein’s conduct. MSNBC's Ari Melber reports.

MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the affordability crisis in the US, with recent polling showing that 66% of Americans say Trump has fallen short on his campaign promise to tackle inflation and cost of living. Vanity Fair's Molly Jong-Fast and Democratic Strategist & Pollster Cornell Belcher join.

Legendary Democratic Strategist James Carville joins MSNBC’s Ari Melber on “The Beat” to discuss the Democratic surge and New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s campaign.

Polling shows that affordability and economic anxiety drove the GOP losses as millions of Americans are going to food banks unable to access their SNAP benefits, MSNBC's Ari Melber reports. New York Times' Michelle Goldberg, Emily Bazelon, and MSNBC's Jason Johnson join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber analyzes Democrats’ 2025 election sweep and the growing ripple effects across U.S. politics.

MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the string of Democratic wins upending politics.

New York City's Democratic nominee for mayor joins The Beat ahead of November 4th's election. Donald Trump held a "Great Gatsby" themed Halloween party, drawing backlash amid government shutdown. Barack Obama campaigns for Democratic candidates in New Jersey, Virginia. MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports and is joined by Zoran Mamdani and Eugene Robinson.

Food assistance is on the brink of expiration as the government shutdown hits one month. A federal judge in Rhode Island Ruling ordered the Trump administration to fund the SNAP program for November, despite their vows to let that funding expire. MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports and is joined by Juanita Tolliver.

The Pentagon orders the National Guard to establish "quick reaction" forces in every state for civil unrest, meaning as many as 500 soldiers will receive non-lethal crowd control training, MSNBC's Ari Melber reports and is joined by Reverend Al Sharpton and Staff Sergeant Demi Palecek.

Trump is planning to replace some regional ICE leaders with Border Patrol officials for a more "aggressive" crackdown, MSNBC Ari Melber reports. John Flannery and Chai Komanduri join to discuss Trump's expanding presidential power.

President Trump won’t rule out seeking a third term in 2028. MSNBC's Jason Johnson reports.

Trump ally Steve Bannon says President Trump will serve a third term, despite the 22nd amendment. MSNBC’s Jason Johnson reports and is joined by Ankush Khardori and Molly Jong-Fast.

MSNBC’s Jason Johnson breaks down President Trump’s East Wing demolition, Trump’s $230 million demand from the DOJ, and Trump’s pardon of crypto billionaire Changpeng Zhao. Maya Wiley and Douglas Brinkley join.

President Trump is demanding that his own DOJ pay him $230 million, citing his own conduct that led to past federal investigations, according to The New York Times. Plus, MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the White House's plan to demolish the East Wing.

President Trump is demanding that his own DOJ pay him $230 million, citing his own conduct that led to past federal investigations, according to The New York Times. MSNBC's Ari Melber reports and is joined by House Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.

Organizers for the nationwide "No Kings" protests estimate that over 7 million people attended over the weekend. Molly Jong-Fast and David Litt join to discus.

Another court has stopped President Trump’s bid to seize powers and put troops in the streets. Legendary Political Strategist James Carville joins to discuss.

Trump's former National Security Adviser John Bolton has been indicted by a grand jury for allegedly mishandling classified documents. MSNBC's Ari Melber reports and is joined by former FBI General Counsel Andrew Weissmann and former federal prosecutor John Flannery to discuss.

President Trump is doubling down on his weaponization of the Justice Department. MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports and is joined by Leslie Caldwell, former head of the DOJ’s criminal division and NYU’s Melissa Murray.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports on former DOJ Special Counsel Jack Smith, the prosecutor who brought two criminal indictments against Donald Trump. Smith made a rare public appearance alongside former FBI general counsel Andrew Weissmann, who joins to discuss.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, June 9, and reports on Donald Trump's historic indictment in Special Counsel Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago documents probe. Maya Wiley, Jen Psaki, Kristy Greenberg, David Kelley and Andrew Weissman join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, June 7, and reports on Trump’s grand juries, Mark Meadows, and Mike Pence’s presidential bid. John Flannery and Maya Wiley join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, June 6, and reports on Donald Trump’s documents probe, the 2024 election, George Santos and jail deaths in New York City. Plus, Melber delivers instant analysis to breaking news that Mark Meadows testified before a grand jury in Special Counsel Jack Smith’s Trump investigations. Sam Nunberg, David Kelley and Melissa Murray join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, June 6, and reports on Trump’s classified docs probe, artificial intelligence, and Ron DeSantis. David RothKopf and Joyce Vance join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, June 2, and reports on Donald Trump’s criminal probes and is joined by Trump's former lawyer, Tim Parlatore. David Kelley and Eugene Robinson also join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, June 1, and reports on the Trump tapes. Joyce Vance, Michael Steele, David Remnick, and James Comey join.

MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, May 31, and reports on Trump’s special counsel, the debt limit, and the 2024 presidential race. Denver Riggleman, Fernand Amandi, Juanita Tolliver, Alencia Johnson, Maya Wiley, and Paul Butler join.

MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, May 30, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, the debt limit deal, and Ron DeSantis’s presidential campaign. Zach Despart, Andrew Warren, Molly Jong-Fast, David Jolly, and Hugo Lowell join.

Jason Johnson hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 26 and reports on new New York Times reporting indicating a Mar-A-Lago worker helped move boxes into a storage room one day before the DOJ came looking for classified docs. Plus, Ron DeSantis facing new corruption scandal as officials in his office are accused of crossing ethical lines and pressuring Florida lobbyists for campaign cash. Elie Mystal, Hugo Lowell and Michael Steele join.

Jason Johnson hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 25 and reports on a new bombshell Washington Post piece that links Trump to moving of documents one day before the DOJ search of Mar-a-Lago. Plus, Ron DeSantis' disastrous Twitter presidential campaign announcement, and updates on the debt ceiling fight. Renato Mariotti, Eugene Robinson, Fernand Amandi and Rachael Bade join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, May 24, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, Rupert Murdoch’s “Succession” moment, Tina Turner, and Ron DeSantis. Cher and Bill Kristol join.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, May 23 and reports on Donald Trump appearing in NY court for the first hearing since his arrest and arraignment. Plus, comedian Matt Friend returns to "The Beat" with some of his political impressions.

MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 22, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, the debt ceiling fight, and the GOP 2024 primary. Rick Wilson, Molly Jong-Fast, Derrick Johnson, Hugo Lowell, and Neal Katyal join.

MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, May 19, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, Ron DeSantis, and new artificial intelligence technology. Plus, Melber is joined by producer Swizz Beatz. Alexander Huth, Dr. Zeke Emanuel, and Emily Bazelon also join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, May 18, and reports on Smartmatic’s defamation case against Fox News, GOP probes, and Ron DeSantis. Plus, hear more of Melber’s interview with Tom Hanks. Joyce Vance, Alencia Johnson and Ruth Ben-Ghiat join.

In this podcast extra, revered actor Tom Hanks joins MSNBC’s Ari Melber for an in-depth conversation about his new novel, “The Making of Another Motion Picture Masterpiece,” his iconic films, doing the right thing, and who he thinks should play him in a biopic. This is a new installment of The Summit Series with Ari Melber, featuring discussions with leaders at the summit of their fields.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 15, and reports on the Durham report and the decline in traditional office life. Plus, actor Rainn Wilson from “The Office” joins. Brittany Packnett Cunningham, James Carville and David Corn also join.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 12, and reports on GOP accountability. Plus, Melber is joined by conservatives Michael Steele, Ashley David, and Brennan Buck for an in-depth discussion on the future of the GOP following the Trump presidency and the questions facing American conservatism.

In this podcast extra, MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber airs newly-revealed audio recordings of Rep. George Santos, from journalist and documentarian Blake Zeff. In the tapes – recorded in January and February before Santos was indicted – the GOP congressman discusses his scandals and mulls a run for the White House. Plus, hear ESPN's Stephen A. Smith's take on Santos.

In this podcast extra, Rapper Logic opens up about mental health in this candid conversation with MSNBC’s Ari Melber, and discusses his struggle to be accepted within the hip hop community. Logic also reflects on his rap idols like RZA, Black Thought and Eminem and learning to embrace his inner “nerd.” Plus, hear a special behind the scenes moment where Logic and Melber collaborate on a new beat in the latest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons. See more conversations at msnbc.com/mavericks.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, May 11, and reports on new “Santos Tapes,” Trump’s Town Hall on CNN, and Smartmatic subpoenas. Plus, rapper Logic joins for the latest “Mavericks” installment. Michael Hirschorn and also Blake Zeff join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, May 10, and reports on George Santos in court, GOP Censorship, and Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Plus, for the first time, The Beat airs “The Santos Tapes.” Blake Zeff, Maya Wiley, David Kelley, and Jeremy O. Harris join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, May 9, and reports on Donald Trump’s trial verdict, George Santos, and debt ceiling negotiations. Robbie Myers, Eugene Robinson, Jill Filipovic, and Nancy Erika Smith join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 8, and reports on Donald Trump’s civil trial, the Ron DeSantis tapes, and the latest on Tucker Carlson. Nancy Erika Smith, Jessica Bennett, Howard Dean, and Michael Steele join.

In this podcast extra, MSNBC Host Ari Melber talks to entrepreneur Reginald Cash about diversifying gaming, building a company, the “Gaming While Black,” series and his work with rapper 50 Cent and filmmaker Eli Roth. Plus, hear Governor John Kasich and Fab 5 Freddy join Melber and discuss how the rise of article intelligence is affecting the hip hop industry.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 5, and reports on Trump's legal battles, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and Fox News. Plus, Fab 5 Freddy and John Kasich join for "Fallback Friday." Stephanie Ruhle and Sunny Hostin also join.

In this podcast extra, Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh gets personal in discussing her career path, family, disrupting stereotypes and taking risks in this extensive conversation with MSNBC’s Ari Melber for the newest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons. See more conversations with artists, musicians and cultural icons at msnbc.com/mavericks.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 4, and reports on the Proud Boys verdict, Trump's legal battles, and the Clarence Thomas ethics scandal. Melissa Murray, David Kelley, Joyce Vance, and Nicholas Kristof join.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, May 3, and reports on Donald Trump's civil rape trial and the latest on Tucker Carlson. Plus, Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh joins Melber for the latest "Mavericks" installment.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, May 2, and reports on the debt ceiling fight in Congress, Trump’s hush money probe and the Clarence Thomas scandal. Chai Komanduri, Alencia Johnson, David Kelley, and retired Admiral William McRaven also join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 1, and reports on the nationwide gun crisis and the Fox-Dominion settlement. Plus, entrepreneur Reginald Cash joins for the latest “Summit Series,” and discusses diversifying the gaming industry. Michael Steele, Barbara McQuade, Harry Litman, and Mike Spies also join.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 28, and reports on Donald Trump's losing streak and the Proud Boys trial. Plus, Comedian Jena Friedman joins for Fallback Friday. Chai Komanduri and Carrie Sheffield also join.

In this podcast extra and MSNBC exclusive, you'll hear MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber report on new tape recordings of Sen. Ted Cruz and Fox's Maria Bartiromo. Cruz is caught pushing a fake “commission” to steal the 2020 election and outlining his plot just four days prior to January 6th, 2021.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, April 27, and reports on Mike Pence testifying before the federal grand jury investigating January 6, and Tucker Carlson’s firing from Fox News. Ryan Kelley, John Flannery, David Kelley, and Rob Reiner join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, April 25, and reports on the new “Cruz Tapes” and Tucker Carlson’s firing. Juanita Tolliver, Gerry Filippatos and Margaret Carlson join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, April 24, and reports on Tucker Carlson’s firing from Fox News and the 2024 election. Plus, Melber is joined by singer “IDK” for the world premiere of his new song “Mr. Police”

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, April 21, and reports on Donald Trump’s January 6 probe and the 2024 election field. Plus, Melber delivers instant analysis to the Supreme Court’s abortion pill ruling. David Kelley, Michael Steele, Renee Bracey Sherman, Michelle Goldberg, Jamila Perrit, Angela Vasquez Groux, and Dahlia Lithwick join.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, April 20, and reports on Trump's legal Woes, the Fox News lawsuit, and Ron DeSantis. Plus, Gerry Fillippatos, lawyer for former Fox News producer Abby Grossberg, who is suing the company joins Melber. Maya Wiley, Joyce Vance, and Chai Komanduri also join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, April 19, and reports on the Dominion-Fox settlement and the SCOTUS abortion bill. Plus, Melber is joined by comedian and impressionist Matt Friend. Justin Nelson, Nick Akerman, and Alan Fein also join.

MSNBC’s Alicia Menendez hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, April 18, and delivers instant analysis on the Fox-Dominion settlement. Rep. Barbara Lee, Juanita Tolliver, Symone Sanders-Towns, Nick Akerman, Renato Mariotti, and Mayor Quinton Lucas join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, April 17, and reports on the Fox-Dominion trial and Justice Clarence Thomas. Plus, fashion icon June Ambrose joins Melber on “The Beat.” Alencia Johnson, Michael Hirschorn, and John Flannery also join.

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 14 and reports on Donald Trump trying to block Mike Pence testifying in the Jan. 6 probe and the Clarence Thomas ethics scandal. Plus, a look at the history of Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg. Rapper Future joins for an exclusive "Beat" interview on music, the drug war, and his new cannabis line, EVOL.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, March 13, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal pressure, the Fox-Dominion case, and Justice Clarence Thomas. Plus, Melber is joined by actor John Leguizamo. Andrew Weissman, Danny Greenberg, and Maya Wiley also join.

In this podcast extra, you will hear MSNBC’s Ari Melber’s long-ranging interview with artist and producer Erykah Badu. The two discuss music, MAGA, hip hop and the rise of artificial intelligence.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, April 12, and reports on District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s latest threat and Tennessee's comeback. Plus, Melber is joined by Grammy-winning producer DJ Drama. Rev. Al Sharpton, David Kelley, and Michael Steele join.

MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, April 11, and reports on a new legal filing from Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg and Tennessee's expulsion vote. Plus, hear more from Melber’s interview with Erykah Badu. Democratic lawmaker from Tennessee Justin J. Pearson, Nick Akerman. Michael Isikoff join.

Melissa Murray hosts “The Beat” on Monday, April 10, and reports on the Nashville Metro Council vote and the fight for abortion rights. Kathy Park, Eugene Robinson, Juanita Tolliver, Mark Thompson, and Dahlia Lithwick join.