you know, this is a development. Uh, but it also would explain uh to me at least why the White House and House Republicans are working to such great lengths to bury the Epstein files like a mile beneath the earth. I mean, it it looks like they're blackmailed being blackmailed, right. I mean, we're we're in a Epstein shutdown right now.I went to Washington earlier this week and the doors to the capital were closed because they don't want to swear in a member of Congress who will be the 218th signature that w ...

We begin this hour with breaking news as President Trump is targeting yet another blue city today. This time threatening to send troops to Portland to shut down protests outside ICE facilities. Trump this morning posted on truth social, quote, "At the request of Secretary of Homeland Security Christy Gnome, I am directing Secretary of War Pete Hexith to provide all necessary troops to protect war ravage Portland and any of our ICE facilities under siege from attack by Antifa and other domestic terrorists. I ...

Adelita Grijalva will win US House special election in Arizona, CNN projects, delivering decisive vote for Epstein files push. https://t.co/sneXJ7bXGP ...

Adelita Grijalva will win US House special election in Arizona, CNN projects, delivering decisive vote for Epstein files push. https://t.co/dCnXbzdQVp ...

Joining us now, MSNBC legal correspondent Lisa Rubin, Punch Bowl News co-founder and MSNBC political contributor Jake Sherman, former Virginia Congressman and former senior adviser on the January 6 select committee, Denver Wrigleman, and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, Elaine Kmark. So, how much is this affecting Congress, Jake. >> Well, it is to a large degree.I mean, this has taken over Capitol Hill in many respects. I mean, there's this discharge petition floating out which needs to get 218 s ...

Crime and Federal Intervention - The report focuses on the President's intention to send federal resources, potentially including the National Guard, into Chicago to address crime [1][5] - The President criticizes the Governor of Illinois and the Mayor of Chicago for their handling of crime, claiming the city is a "hell hole" [1][2] - The President highlights crime statistics in Chicago, mentioning multiple instances of murders and shootings over recent weeks [1][2] - The administration is considering various options for federal intervention in "blue cities" across the country, with DC and Chicago as initial targets [16][17] - There is a lack of clarity regarding the specific type of federal response and which agency will be involved, especially in light of legal challenges to deploying the National Guard [13][14] Epstein Case and Political Implications - The Epstein case remains a significant issue in Congress, with some members pushing for the release of related files [19][20] - The House Republican leadership is attempting to address the Epstein issue with a bill supporting the House Oversight Committee's investigation, but this is seen as a potentially meaningless gesture [21] - The President's involvement with a lawyer connected to the Epstein case is causing further controversy [25][26] - The Epstein issue is perceived as a problem for the President, with concerns about potential implications for him [29] Washington D.C. as a "Safe Zone" - The President claims that Washington D C has become a "safe zone" due to federal intervention, with reduced crime and thriving restaurants [5][7] - The President states that 1,600 hardcore criminals were removed from Washington D C, contributing to the improved safety [8]

Political Commentary & Analysis - The report suggests Donald Trump's public schedule only began at 4:00 PM, raising questions about his capacity to fulfill his duties [1] - The report alleges Trump humiliated his vice president by allowing a deputy White House chief of staff to speak longer at a public event [1] - The report criticizes the deployment of National Guard troops to Union Station as a "stunt" and a distraction from the Epstein files [2] - The report highlights a federal judge's opinion that Trump's request to release grand jury transcripts in the Epstein case was a "diversion" [3] - The report mentions that former Trump Attorney General William Barr stated the current attorney general has the power to release the Epstein files [2] Justice Department & Legal Matters - The report cites a New Yorker article describing Attorney General Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files as a "frantic scramble to appease Trump" [18] - The report quotes a senior official stating the Justice Department has become a mere arm of the White House [19] - The report suggests the Justice Department is not properly distinguishing between the president's official duties and his personal/business interests [22] - The report alleges the Trump Justice Department did not consult with Jeffrey Epstein's victims before requesting the release of grand jury transcripts [3] International Relations & Ukraine - The report claims Trump did nothing to stop the war in Ukraine, despite a previous promise to end it in 24 hours [31] - The report mentions Vladimir Putin launched 60 drones attacking Ukraine, injuring people, including children [29][31] - The report suggests European leaders intervened with Trump to prevent him from doing something "crazy" with Vladimir Putin [30] Economic & Business Criticism - The report cites an article arguing Trump has seized control of private enterprises and strategic decision-making, which is described as "more dangerous to capitalism than a city-run grocery store" [38] - The report alleges Trump is interfering with businesses, telling them where and how to do business, and even demanding payments for mergers [45]

Political Landscape & Gerrymandering - Texas Republicans passed new congressional maps aiming to increase their seats in Congress before the 2026 midterms, despite Democratic efforts to block the gerrymandering [1] - California lawmakers are planning a congressional map designed to potentially flip up to five Republican seats to Democrats, with voters having the final say [1] - Texas Democrats believe the new maps are the most racist gerrymandered maps since the 1960s, alleging AI technology is used to suppress votes of communities of color [10][11] Legal & Constitutional Challenges - Texas Democrats anticipate taking the redistricting battle to the courts, confident that the maps will be found unconstitutional under the Voting Rights Act [6] - The Texas State Representative emphasized the importance of fighting for the republic and keeping it, referencing the founders' vision [17] Political Actions & Reactions - President Obama endorsed California's approach to redistricting, contrasting it with Texas' partisan-driven gerrymandering [1] - Texas Democrats left the state for two weeks to deny a quorum in an effort to block the gerrymandering [1] - Republicans blocked a Democratic amendment that would have linked the new maps' enactment to the release of the Epstein files [14]

Well, tonight's breaking Jeffrey Epstein News picks up where last night's breaking Jeffrey Epstein News left off. Congressman Robert Garcia, the top ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, joined us last night after his committee conducted a 4hour closed door deposition of the worst attorney general, Donald Trump, got confirmed by the Senate in his first term as president, William Bar. The Republican chairman of the oversight committee, James Comr, suggested last night that William Barr testified ...

California Congressman Robert Garcia. Thanks for joining us on a Saturday to talk. And uh Congressman, what questions and concerns do you have about this move of Gillan Maxwell from Florida to Texas.>> Well, well, the whole thing is very concerning and it's not just this move, but I think every day more information comes out and the real question is what is Donald Trump hiding and what, you know, what is this cover up that's happening clearly at the White House. with with Miss Maxwell, she was not eligible ...