The Katie Phang Show

On this week’s episode of “The Katie Phang Show": Donald Trump’s cabinet selections begin, setting off a firestorm in D.C. after naming figures like embattled Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz for Attorney General and Fox News host Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense. Danielle Moodie and Matthew Dowd break down the dangers of eschewing governmental expertise for loyalty to Donald Trump. Then, journalist and author Don Lemon joins Katie to talk about lessons learned from voters during his post-election "man-on-the-street" interviews, and how his new book on faith “My Search for God in America” seeks to understand the role of religion in our lives today. All of that and more on “The Katie Phang Show.”

On this week's episode of ‘The Katie Phang Show’: With the transition already underway, President-elect Trump is gearing up to make critical cabinet appointments. But a major factor remains unknown: which party will control the House? Rep. Robert Garcia of California, joins to discuss the latest on where things stand on the remaining uncalled races. And while Democrats underperformed across the nation, key reproductive rights measures passed in seven states. President of Reproductive Freedom for All, Mini Timmaraju shares what her plans are for continuing the fight. All that and more on ‘The Katie Phang Show.’

On this week's episode of ‘The Katie Phang Show’: With the 2024 election just days away, both campaigns are pulling out all the stops to turn-out voters. While Harris is spending her day in Georgia and North Carolina, Donald Trump is taking a gamble and campaigning in the solidly Democratic-leaning state of Virginia. Katie sits down with a panel of Florida voters to discuss the issues that they’re prioritizing as they head to the polls. Plus, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro joins to share why he believes Kamala Harris is the best option for President. And Grammy-winning singer John Legend joins live as he campaigns for incumbent Senator Sherrod Brown. All that and more on ‘The Katie Phang Show’.

On this week's episode of ‘The Katie Phang Show’: With early voting well underway, both campaigns are making their final pitches to voters. Vice President Harris joined Beyonce in a blockbuster Houston rally centered on reproductive rights while Fmr. President Trump continued to spread debunked claims of election fraud and floated eliminating a federal income tax on ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’. Fmr. GOP Communications Director Tara Setmayer and Fmr. Florida Congressman David Jolly react to the closing arguments. Plus, Senior Advisor to the Harris-Walz campaign Adrienne Elrod joins to preview what to expect from Harris’ pivotal speech set for Tuesday at the same site where Trump spoke ahead of the Jan. 6 capitol riot. All that and more on ‘The Katie Phang Show’.

On this week's episode of ‘The Katie Phang Show’: With record-breaking early voting already underway, both campaigns are making their last pitches to swing state voters. Rep. Jasmine Crockett joins to share how the Harris-Walz campaign is planning to energize key voting blocs. And new documents are revealing insight into Special Counsel Jack Smith’s federal election interference case against Fmr. President Trump. MSNBC legal analyst Joyce Vance breaks down the latest. Plus, director Sue Kim discusses her new documentary “The Last of the Sea Women” that spotlights the decades-old tradition of South Korean female divers. All that and more on ‘The Katie Phang Show’.

On this week's episode of ‘The Katie Phang Show’: With just 24 days left until Election Day, both campaigns are making their closing arguments to voters in swing states. Republican strategist Susan Del Percio joins to discuss what issues will motivate undecided voters. And fresh from a blockbuster campaign rally led by Former President Obama, Sen. Bob Casey joins to discuss where his Senate race stands. Plus, law professor and author of “Pardon Power” Kim Wehle discusses the history of the executive action and how accountability is needed to safeguard the foundational premise that no one is above the law. All that and more on ‘The Katie Phang Show’.

On this week's episode of "The Katie Phang Show," an encouraging September jobs report revealed the U.S. added 254,000 jobs as unemployment dropped to 4.1 percent. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su explains the major bump in jobs and wages and how she helped end the east coast port strike before it had devastating effects on the economy. Also, co-chair for the Harris-Walz campaign Rep. Robert Garcia stops by to detail how Harris can turn out the Latino vote she’ll need to win in November and the impact of celebrity endorsements on the campaign trail. Then, Katie sits down with comedians Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen to talk about their "Hilarity for Charity" initiative that works to shine a light on Alzheimer's and provide support to caregivers of people with dementia. Plus, Katie's Sidebar notes the risk of potentially putting JD Vance one heartbeat away from the presidency as the running mate of the oldest presidential candidate in American history. All of that and more on "The Katie Phang Show."

On this week's episode of ‘The Katie Phang Show’: With 45 days until election day, both Presidential candidates are hitting the trail in crucial states and trying to court the all-important woman vote. While VP Kamala Harris highlights draconian abortion bans that are taking women's lives, Donald Trump is taking to Truth Social saying women are now “poorer”, “less safe” and “more unhappy” now than they were four years ago. Political strategist Alencia Johnson joins to share her reaction. Meanwhile, a major escalation in the Middle East after a targeted Israeli airstrike killed 31 people in Beirut. Adm. James Stavridis provides analysis for the latest attack. Plus, Mary Trump joins to discuss her new memoir, “Who Could Ever Love You” and her examination of her brutal home life. All that and more on ‘The Katie Phang Show’.

On this week's episode of ‘The Katie Phang Show”: Fears of a government shutdown emerge with Speaker Johnson threatening to call a vote on a six-month funding bill tied to a bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote. Rep. Ayanna Pressley shares her perspective on the latest Republican-backed stunt. And on the trail, VP Kamala Harris is building on her post-debate momentum with staggering fundraising numbers while Trump defends his close allyship with conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer. Host of the “Woke AF Daily” podcast Danielle Moodie joins to share her thoughts on the state of the race. Plus, founder of Democracy Docket Marc Elias discusses coordinating efforts with the Harris campaign to prepare for any post-election legal battles. All that and more on ‘The Katie Phang Show’.

MSNBC's Ali Velshi gives a special preview of the second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club.” Book banning is happening more and more. Removing literature from library shelves, school syllabi, and summer reading lists isn’t just blatant censorship; it is the tip of the sword that threatens American democracy itself. In this preview, Ali reflects on why this issues is so personal for him and his family. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbcs2_fdlw. 

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