The Weekend Primetime

Trump officials are sending mixed messages to the American people about the purpose and strategy behind the U.S. entering Israel’s war with Iran. Trump’s bombing of key Iranian nuclear facilities triggered an emergency meeting at the United Nations Security Council, where representatives urged de-escalation. Now, U.S. officials are concerned about Iran retaliating by targeting military bases in the region. And Iranians and Israelis brace for what’s next.

This episode aired June 22, 2025 at 6pm.

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Basil Smikle and Cameron Kasky discuss the ongoing attacks between Iran and Israel and Trump's habit of putting things off for "two weeks" at a time. Plus, the impact of Rep. James Clyburn endorsing Andrew Cuomo for NYC mayor, and the broader costs of Trump's immigration tactics and mass deportation campaign.

This episode aired June 21, 2025 at 7pm.    

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As Trump weighs strikes on Iran, sidelining top advisers and watching his MAGA base fracture, Susan Del Percio breaks down the one voice Trump listens to. Plus, Danny Cevallos on the new legal showdown after Mahmoud Khalil’s ICE release. And hear from Nezza, who defied the Dodgers by singing the national anthem in Spanish in protest of Trump's ICE raids.

This episode aired June 21, 2025 at 6pm.  

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When it comes to immigration, it's down to the President versus the courts, again. Plus, the political comedy duo "The Good Liars" tell us what they are hearing in MAGA-world

This episode aired June 15, 2025 at 8pm.  

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Fmr. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio joins the show to talk about the rise of political violence and what's behind its move from the fringes to an inescapable reality. Plus. marking ten years of Trump since he rode down the escalator to announce his candidacy for President.

This episode aired June 15, 2025  at 7pm.  

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Minnesota officials give updates on the search for the shooting suspect as manhunt intensifies. New developments in the search for the gunman in the shootings of Minnesota lawmakers. NBC law enforcement analyst Evy Poumpouras weighs in on the investigation. Plus, analysis of President Trump’s trip to Canada for the G7 summit.

This episode aired June 15, 2025  at 6pm.  

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Tensions erupted in Los Angeles as protesters clashed with law enforcement agents over immigration raids. Plus, is it time for a new generation of U.S. leaders? 26-year old Kat Abughazaleh is one of those hoping to bring new blood to Congress as she runs for Illinois' 9th Congressional District. And award-winning actor and comedian Ramy Youseff is talking about his new movie “Mountainhead,” and the potential impact from Trump's travel ban.

This episode of the Weekend Primetime originally aired on June 7, 2025 at 8pm. 

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Rep. Delia Ramirez (D-IL) joins to discuss the Trump Administration's immigration crackdown. Plus, Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) on why he's open to a dialogue with Elon Musk after his MAGA implosion.

This episode of the Weekend Primetime originally aired on June 7, 2025 at 7pm. 

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 Intense protests erupted coast to coast amid ICE raids, plus has the Trump–Musk feud hit the point of no return? We'll dive into their breakup and the new warning from Trump.

This episode of the Weekend Primetime originally aired on June 7, 2025 at 6pm. 

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Who are The Best People? They’re the people who are the best at what they do and know how to bring out the best in others. On her new podcast, Nicolle Wallace speaks to the people who inspire her. As a mom. As an American. Or sometimes just as a super fan. 

In the first episode, she sits down with actor Jason Bateman. His show “Smartless,” which he co-hosts with Will Arnett and Sean Hayes, is the podcast that inspired her to do her own. On this special preview, Bateman shares his journey into podcasting and reflects on the political climate that gives him endless fodder for conversation. 

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