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'Very serious and detailed': Reporter breaks down John Bolton indictment
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 10:44
John Bolton, President Trump's former national security adviser turned vocal credit, was indicted yesterday by a federal grand jury in Maryland. He is expected to surrender to authorities and make an initial court appearance today, according to two senior federal law enforcement sources. Bolton is now the third high-profile political adversary of the president to face criminal charges in less than one month.joining former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Leticia James. He faces 18 coun ...
MSNBC Highlights - Oct. 16
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 10:43
I can also assure you that were this a Republican president, a Republican attorney general, and a Republican IRS that were targeting Democrats, I at least would speak out just as vigorously against it. Because if we are going to respect rule of law, the apparatus of the federal government cannot and should not be used as a partisan tool to bludgeon your enemies. >> Uh, I might have to play that every day.Um, Miles Taylor, that was then that was 2014. Ted Cruz on using the IRS to target enemies. Yeah, look, ...
Pritzker looks to hold law-breaking ICE agents to account
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 10:42
Joining me now as promised is Illinois Governor JB Pritsker. There was a positive development today, as you all know. A seventh circuit panel affirmed a temporary restraining order that is keeping the National Guard from actually deploying in Chicago.And they said political opposition is not rebellion, which is very true and very powerful. We're we're also living in a world, you're living in a world where where this administration is not exactly complying with every order from every court. Are you preparing ...
Voters are up in arms about rising electricity costs: 'When will the politicians listen?'
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 04:06
Energy Costs & Data Centers - Average electric bills in the US have jumped over 10% since last year, with some states seeing increases beyond 20% [1] - Lawmakers are blaming data centers supporting tech companies' AI projects for the soaring electric bills [2] - Republicans in Virginia and New Jersey are advocating for more energy exploration and building more energy sources, welcoming data centers for job creation [5][8] - Democrats are considering slowing down data center development, making companies pay more to the state, and questioning tax subsidies [6] AI & Economic Impact - The surge in electricity demand is likened to an egg shortage, suggesting market mechanisms will drive electricity prices down as it becomes more profitable to generate electricity [13][14][15] - The debate includes whether to invest in clean, renewable energy or continue using fossil fuels [16] - There are warnings about a potential AI bubble in the markets, but the potential value creation from AI could justify current investments and valuations [21][22][23][24] Political Considerations - Local communities are concerned about the limited long-term employment benefits of data centers compared to factories, along with noise and land usage [10][11] - The White House and some Republicans are focused on attracting companies and creating jobs, potentially overlooking local concerns about energy bills [9][12] - Democrats are exploring taxing data centers more and ensuring local communities benefit from their presence [18][19]
Why the Bolton indictment is different from the Comey & James indictments
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 04:05
It is day 270 of the second Trump administration. Former Trump official and outspoken Trump critic John Bolton has officially been indicted by a grand jury. Bolton is facing 18 separate counts, all related to retaining or transmitting classified information. Two senior federal law enforcement sources tell NBC News that Bolton is expected to surrender to authorities tomorrow and will have an initial court appearance on the same day. He served as Trump's national security adviser for part of his first term. B ...
Mamdani: Trump's words are NOT LAW; Standing up to Trump becomes key in city politics
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 04:01
Don't look now, but it's getting cooler in the air and we are 19 days out from election day. And there is one local race that's getting more national attention than most. And tonight, in the very first general election debate of the New York City mayoral race, Democratic nominee Zora Mammi faced off against Andrew Cuomo, the disgraced former governor who is now running as an independent along with the Republican nominee Curtis Leewa, who is sandwiched right in the middle there.And there was a lot in this de ...
This Latin music star has a plan to BUST Trump’s Texas redistricting scheme | EXCLUSIVE
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 02:05
I don't remember how old I was, but I was a teenager and I used to listen to his music on the radio. First I saw his dad and then I saw him and he's here with you guys tonight. This will be the last time you see him perform, but you're not going to see the last of him because now he's going to be doing things to help our country and to help the state of Texas. Ladies and gentlemen, Grammy Award winner, Migo Bobby Pledo. >> You're Republican. Would you vote for Bobby? >> I would vote for Bobby. >> Do you thi ...
Rep. James Clyburn on GOP attacks over No Kings: 'America was born out of protest'
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 01:46
Government Shutdown & Protests - The report highlights the Republican party's criticism of protests against the administration, labeling protesters as Marxists and pro-Hamas [1][6] - The report emphasizes the importance of protest as a fundamental right in the US, citing historical examples like the Boston Tea Party and Rosa Parks [4] - The report suggests that the administration is perceived as anti-protest, especially when directed at them [3] - The report indicates a potential connection between the protests and the government shutdown, with Republicans offering a vote on Obamacare subsidies in exchange for ending the protests [7] Healthcare & Policy - The report mentions concerns about cuts to Medicaid, threats to Medicare, and the lack of tax credits associated with the Affordable Care Act [9] - The report cites an example of a couple in South Carolina whose healthcare premiums could increase from around $50 per month to over $2,000 if changes are implemented [17] Political Landscape in South Carolina - The report references a call to eliminate Congressman Clyburn's district in South Carolina [18] - The report states that Democrats in South Carolina hold approximately 45% of the vote in every election, but only have 14% representation in the congressional delegation [19] - The report suggests a perception that fairness is lacking in the political process in South Carolina [15][20]
Marc Elias: John Bolton was indicted "because Donald Trump hates him"
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 01:40
Mark, Mark, here we go again. I one more, right? Uh, what's your reaction, my friend? Um, as as the the indictment counts uh seem to mount up here. >> Yeah, look, I think that we can't over complicate this. With all due respect to your one of your prior guests, >> the fact is Donald Trump came into office saying he's going to seek vengeance against his political opponents. He hates John Bolton. He hates Tish James. He hates James Comey. He hates a whole bunch of other people who he is probably now going to ...
‘The no’s are piling up’: MAGA overreach REJECTED by airports, colleges, jurors
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 01:05
Good evening from New York. I'm Chris Hayes. As No Kings Weekend approaches and millions of people across the country prepare to gather and say no to Donald Trump's authoritarian power grab, his Department of Justice is forging ahead and going after yet another political critic.Longtime ultra-conservative hawk John Bolton, who was Trump's own former national security adviser turned critic, was indicted by a federal grand jury today on 18 counts related to mishandling of national security information. Bolton ...