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Jonathan Greenblatt: Jewish people right now are feeling under siege
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 16:00
All right, the Bondi massacre is just the latest in a series of anti-semitic incidents that have increased threefold in Australia since late 2023. At the same time, the Anti-Defamation League reports the highest number of attacks against Jews in the US took place last year, the most since the ADL began tracking incidents in 1979. >> Let's bring in the CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, Jonathan Greenblat.Jonathan, we've talked about anti-semitism on the far right, on the far left. We see it every day, but n ...
BREAKING: U.S. adds 64k jobs in November, as unemployment hits 4-year high
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 15:58
Employment Data & Economic Outlook - November jobs report indicates employers added 64,000 jobs [1] - The unemployment rate edged up to 46% from 44% [1] - The economy is weaker than desired, based on backward-looking data [3] Federal Reserve & Monetary Policy - The Federal Reserve faces a conundrum regarding cutting rates in light of the job numbers [3] - Persistent inflation, partly due to tariffs, complicates the decision to lower interest rates [4] - Lowering interest rates could exacerbate inflation, while increasing them could worsen unemployment [5]
'It's horrifying': Brown student body president speaks out after deadly shooting
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 15:56
We're joined now by Brown University student body president Talib Reic. Talib, our hearts are with you and the Brown community right now. I understand you left campus yesterday.What was the feeling. Were people scared. Were they scrambling to leave sooner than expected.>> Yes, students were definitely scared and scrambling to leave once we heard that uh the guy they had in custody was not the actual gunman. Um, I will say that Brown University has done a great job in trying to keep us safe. Uh, sharing upda ...
LIVE: Sen. Schumer holds presser demanding Trump admin. to release Epstein files
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 15:01
Watch live coverage as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) holds a news conference demanding “put President Trump and his administration on notice, demanding that they must release the complete Epstein files, or Democrats will see them in court.” » Subscribe to MS NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@msnow MS NOW is the go-to destination for domestic and international breaking news, and best-in-class opinion journalism. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day click here: ...
'I don't think JD Vance will like this': Morning Joe reacts to 'stunning' Susie Wiles interviews
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 14:57
And yet, to Jart's point, one of the hallmarks of President Trump's first term would be staff dissension and sometimes stunning comments made by staff, sometimes interviews. Well, we've got that here for Trump 2.0% as well because just this morning, just a short time ago, Vanity Fair released a stunning new interview, series of interviews with Susie Wilds, President Trump's chief of staff. in them.In a series of 11 interviews, Wilds gives candid answers about the president, his term so far, as well as many ...
'They got the wrong guy': Sen. Kelly pushes back against 'escalating Pentagon probe
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 14:09
The Pentagon says Defense Secretary Pete Haggath is quote escalating his review of Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona. That probe is in response to Kelly and other Democratic lawmakers posting a video reminding service members of their duty to refuse illegal orders. Yet, it's a message that members of President Trump's own cabinet once agreed with just last year.Now, Attorney General Pam Bondi said the same thing when working as a lawyer for a conservative think tank, writing in a Supreme Court brief, ...
Joe: I've never seen a president try and turn a grisly murder into political advantage
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 12:54
Political Commentary & Public Reaction - The report analyzes the widespread consternation and frustration, particularly within MAGA circles, following President Trump's controversial post regarding Rob Reiner's death, with many questioning its appropriateness [2] - The report highlights the hypocrisy perceived in the reactions to Trump's post, contrasting it with the outrage expressed over mockery following Charlie Kirk's death, where calls were made to report offenders to their employers [2][3] - The report notes that some Republicans are finding the courage to speak out against Trump's actions, possibly due to a perceived diminishing of his political standing [14][15] Analysis of Trump's Actions - The report suggests that Trump's actions are viewed as a departure from his usual political incorrectness, which often aligns with MAGA priorities, as there was nothing funny or politically advantageous about his comments [2] - The report emphasizes that Trump's behavior is consistent with a pattern of attacking or mocking figures after tragedies, such as John McCain and Nancy Pelosi's husband [2] - The report argues that Trump's actions are self-serving, inserting himself into every conversation and viewing situations in a black-and-white, zero-sum manner [9][10] Societal & Moral Implications - The report contrasts Trump's behavior with Erica Kirk's forgiveness of her husband's shooter, highlighting the missed opportunity for leadership and compassion [5][6][8] - The report questions the standards expected of the President of the United States, particularly in comparison to the expectations placed on ordinary citizens, such as a kindergarten teacher fired for comments about Charlie Kirk [23][24] - The report challenges the notion of separating character from the presidency, referencing the conservative emphasis on character during the Clinton administration and questioning where the line should be drawn regarding acceptable behavior [25][26][27][33][34]
'Where was any grown up in the White House?' Joe stunned by Trump's 'disgusting' Reiner post
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 12:10
Less than one day after famed filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle were found dead in their home, President Trump took to social media to mock, insult, and level baseless attacks against the Hollywood legend. The president wrote that the couple passed away, quote, reportedly due to the anger Rob caused others through his massive unyielding and incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease known as Trump derangement syndrome. Sometimes referred to as TDS, this is the president's words, he was know ...
Brown University gunman at large after killing 2, wounding 9
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 10:47
The suspect who shot and killed two students at Brown University Saturday, wounding nine others, remains at large this morning as the manhunt enters its third day. Providence police and the FBI have released new photos and video of a person of interest wearing a pullover jacket, black skull cap, and face mask. Police say the gunman specifically targeted Brown, though a motive is still under investigation. A man initially detained was released after ballistics didn't match the weapon found with him. Meanwhil ...
FBI announces $50K reward in search of Brown Univ. shooter
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 06:20
Tonight, as Colonel Perez stated, we are renewing our call for the public's assistance in seeking any and all information about the shooter. No amount of information is too small or irrelevant. We are also here to announce the FBI is now offering a reward of $50,000 for information that can lead to the identification, the arrest, and the conviction of the individual responsible who we believe to be armed and dangerous.We're asking everyone in Rhode Island and beyond to review the new images of the suspect, ...