Guests: Jamelle Bouie, Brandy Zadrozny, Cornell Belcher, Sen. Mark Kelly, Wilmer Chavarria The president's evasive maneuvers continue. Tonight: my exclusive conversation with Vice President JD Vance, who is now calling for the Epstein book to be released amid new reporting that Trump's DOJ gave Epstein's accomplice limited immunity. Then, new evidence Donald Trump is losing supporters. And just look who the "America First" President got back in prisoner swap with Venezuela… Want more of Chris? D...
Jul 26, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250725
Guests: Tara Palmeri, Spencer Kuvin, Rep. Robert Garcia, Sen. Chris Murphy, Sam Seder Trump's DOJ meets with Jeffrey Epstein's partner in crime. Tonight: What we know about the 5-hour long interview, the victim reaction to Ghislaine Maxwell's role, and the MAGA campaign of forgiveness for Epstein's accomplice. And, in the wake of Colbert's cancellation, some other Paramount employees are stepping up... Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes p...
Jul 25, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250724
Guests: Claire McCaskill, Harry Litman, Will Sommer, Sarah Longwell, Chuck Rosenberg, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse Breaking news from the Wall Street Journal: Guess whose name DOJ found in the Epstein files. Tonight: new reporting on Pam Bondi's alert to the president that his name was in the Epstein files. Then, how Democrats plan to follow the money. And the increasing concern over Donald Trump's former defense lawyer and his jailhouse meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell. Want more of Chris? Download an...
Jul 24, 2025•43 min•Ep. 250723
Guests: Julie K. Brown, Rep. Jim McGovern, Alex Wagner, Sen. Elizabeth Warren Donald Trump's Ghislaine Maxwell problem. Tonight: the president's former attorney wants a jailhouse interview with Epstein's accomplice. Then: Republicans shut down the House to block a vote on Epstein files. Plus, the Obama response to baseless claims of treason. And Senator Elizabeth Warren on her investigation into the cancellation of Stephen Colbert. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is Thi...
Jul 23, 2025•37 min•Ep. 250722
Guests: Alex Wagner, Lisa Rubin, Rep. Robert Garcia, Angelo Carusone, Carlos Curbelo, Charlie Warzel DOJ asks for some grand jury transcripts to be unsealed and new allegations the FBI was told to flag Pam Bondi when they found Trump's name in Epstein records. Tonight: the ongoing fallout from the Wall Street Journal reporting as the president files a lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch. Plus - this is not the first Trump term consumed by Jeffrey Epstein. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his p...
Jul 19, 2025•43 min•Ep. 250718
Guests: Sen. Cory Booker, Brandy Zadrozny, Eric Holder, Tim Miller Bombshell reporting from the Wall Street Journal on Donald Trump's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Tonight: the bawdy new details and a familiar, forceful denial from the president. Plus, former attorney general Eric Holder on Trump and Bondi's handling of the Epstein files, Democratic "hoax" allegations, and the radical Republican plan to maintain power. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happen...
Jul 18, 2025•47 min•Ep. 250717
Guests: Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Josh Marshall, Asawin Suebsaeng, Kristy Greenberg, George Retes Trump calls his own followers foolish, weaklings and stupid. Tonight: new reporting on a frantic White House, a panicked Trump, and the MAGA push for answers. And an exclusive interview with the disabled veteran wrongly arrested and detained at a California ICE raid. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. To ...
Jul 17, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250716
Guests: Sarah Longwell, Annie Karni, Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Sec. Jena Griswold, Faiz Shakir, Alexi McCammond Donald Trump alleges a deep state conspiracy over Jeffrey Epstein as bipartisan calls for more information grows. Tonight: Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Epstein and much more. Then a man accused of spreading the big lie arrested for firebombing an election office in Colorado. Plus, alarming new inflation numbers as Americans feel the pain of Trump's tariffs. And the confused react...
Jul 16, 2025•43 min•Ep. 250715
Tonight, the Trump White House in meltdown mode over Jeffrey Epstein. New reporting that the deputy FBI director may resign, new questions about the Epstein evidence that was released, and why MAGA world wants the attorney general fired. Then, as masked ICE agents make arrests inside doctor’s offices, conclusive new evidence that the American public isn't having it. And as Trump tours the damage in Texas, a Presidential clinic in passing the buck. Guests: Ken Dilanian, Brandy Zadrozny, Jon Teste...
Jul 12, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250711
Guests: Sen. Andy Kim, Norm Eisen, Robert Malley, Brendan Buck, Alex Wagner Kristi Noem conducts a portrait poll on Instagram while the federal response in Texas was delayed. Tonight: new reporting on the alarming execution of Trump's FEMA vision. Then, a federal judge blocks Trump's attempt to gut the 14th Amendment. And the latest chapter of Donald Trump versus Elon Musk: This is the true story of a total stranger picked to run NASA. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is...
Jul 11, 2025•41 min•Ep. 250710
Guests: Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Brian Barrett, Sen. Adam Schiff Tonight: the life and death politics of the Texas flood. Then, outrage over broken promises on Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, new reporting on the disturbing turn of Elon Musk's AI program. And Senator Adam Schiff on the DOJ probes of James Comey and John Brennan. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. To listen to this show and oth...
Jul 10, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250709
Guests: Brandy Zadrozny, Julie K. Brown, Rep. Eric Sorensen, Mayor Karen Bass, Sen. Chris Van Hollen Tonight: the spiraling outrage over broken promises to MAGA faithful, and what we know about what the White House isn't willing to share about the Epstein files. Then, devastating new details out of Texas and the life and death decisions that preceded this catastrophe. And the latest on federal troops occupying an American city. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Ha...
Jul 09, 2025•43 min•Ep. 250708
Guests: Rep. Glenn Ivey, Former Sen. Jon Tester, Tamika Middleton, Leah Greenberg, Jared Bernstein Republicans force through Trump's abomination of a bill without a single Democratic vote. Tonight: what this historically unpopular bill will mean for millions of Americans. Then, the countdown to the midterms begins. Plus, the latest on the next round of anti-Trump protests this weekend. And our first testimony from inside that notorious foreign megaprison. Want more of Chris? Download and follow ...
Jul 04, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250703
Guests: Jon Lovett, Claire McCaskill, Rep. Nanette Barragan, Dave Dayen, Rep. Jamie Raskin The Republican House majority tries to force through Trump's bill and screw over their own voters in the process. Tonight: How Trump's abomination of a bill sells out his rural base to give tax cuts to billionaires. Then, Idaho says, “No, children all are not welcome.” Plus, how the Trump bill makes ICE the biggest law enforcement agency in America. And Congressman Jamie Raskin on the continuing effort to ...
Jul 03, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250702
Guests: Rep. Joe Neguse, Faiz Shakir, Tim Miller, Sherrilyn Ifill, Michelle Goldberg, Patrick Gaspard Republicans force their terrible bill through the Senate and now it's back to the House. Tonight: Congressman Joe Neguse on the Republican plan to gut healthcare for millions. Then, the worst person you know (Elon Musk) makes a great point as Donald Trump threatens to kick him out of the country. Plus, what Zohran Mamdani's unprecedented victory in New York means for the future of the Democrats....
Jul 02, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250701
Guests: Melissa Murray, George Conway, Sen. Chris Van Hollen, AG Dana Nessel, AG Andrea Joy Campbell, Betsey Stevenson, Justin Wolfers After a stark warning from the Supreme Court's liberal justices, how the Supreme Court’s actions threaten American democracy. Plus, two state Attorneys General on what happens next in the fight against Trumpism. And as American confidence in Trump's economic plan continues to tumble, he responds by kicking off another trade dispute with Canada? Want more of Chris...
Jun 28, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250627
Guests: Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Rep. Kim Schrier, Brandy Zadrozny, Alexis McGill Johnson, Rep. Robert Garcia Tonight: Trump reruns the Sean Spicer post-inauguration playbook with Hegseth press conference. Then, he promised to make America healthy, so why are so many doctors protesting what RFK Jr is doing on vaccines? And after a Supreme Court blow for women's rights, the president of Planned Parenthood. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Haye...
Jun 27, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250626
Guests: Sen. Bernie Sanders, Asha Rangappa, Jacob Soboroff, Sen. Tim Kaine A stunning upset for Democrats in New York. Tonight: Senator Bernie Sanders on what Zohran Mamdani means for national Democrats. Then, Trump's DOJ enforcer asks for a promotion. Plus, the president says he gave Iran permission to attack an American base. And exclusive new reporting on the dangerously ill deportees stuck in El Salvador. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris ...
Jun 26, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250625
Guests: Sen. Chris Murphy, Alejandro Barranco, Rep. Mike Quigley A shaken Trump, a shaky ceasefire, and new reporting on what America's attack on Iran accomplished. Tonight: Sen. Chris Murphy on the leaked intelligence assessment that points to less than "obliteration.” Then, growing outrage over the brutal takedown of landscaper in California and the Marine son who is trying to free his father from ICE custody. Plus, the stunning new whistleblower report on the eve of Emil Bove’s nomination hea...
Jun 25, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250624
Guests: Yamiche Alcindor, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Thomas Massie, Spencer Ackerman, Helene Cooper, Robert Malley, Hooman Majd Donald Trump joins the conflict and today Iran responds. Tonight: Late word of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran and what we know about what happens next. Then, the bipartisan push to return war powers to Congress. And new reporting on how Fox News flattery resulted in bombing. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podc...
Jun 24, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250623
Guests: Col. Lawrence Wilkerson, Jacob Soboroff, Steve Liesman, Jelani Cobb The "world peace" candidate wants to think about it a little more. Tonight: Trumpian timeline for an attack despite everything we learned from the last debacle. Then, ICE agents blocked from entering Dodger Stadium and allegations of retaliation from the federal government. And what American citizens need to know about the "papers, please" evolution of a police state. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, ...
Jun 20, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250619
Guests: Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Rep. Ro Khanna, Chase Strangio New concerns about growing autocracy and the Defense Secretary isn't helping. Tonight: the Senate backlash to Trump's police state as Democrats push for answers. Then, the American president teases a new war as the MAGA infighting explodes into the open. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts with...
Jun 19, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250618
Guests: Brad Lander, Wendy Sherman, Rep. Jasmine Crockett Tonight: The man in charge of New York City's money is arrested outside an immigration courtroom. New York City Comptroller Brad Lander joins live. Then, the origin story of a depraved conspiracy theory about the political assassination in Minnesota. And is another American president actually trying to lie us into another war? Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever yo...
Jun 18, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250617
Guests: Michelle Goldberg,Lorella Praeli, Hooman Majd, Courtney Kube,Elora Mukherjee, Ta-Nehisi Coates The tanks are in the streets in D.C., the Marines are in the streets in L.A., and the people are preparing to march around the country. Tonight: the latest backlash to Trump's authoritarian push—and the massive protest movement that's rising up. And as Iran retaliates for Israel's strike, new concerns about the U.S. involvement in a new Middle East war. Want more of Chris? Download and follow h...
Jun 14, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250614
Guests: Rob Bonta, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Courtney Kube, M. Gessen A sitting United States Senator: manhandled, taken to the ground, and handcuffed. Tonight: Breaking news of Israeli airstrikes on Iran. Plus, Sen. Elizabeth Warren on growing backlash to an authoritarian president. And Masha Gessen on this crucial moment for America. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. To listen to this show and othe...
Jun 13, 2025•56 min•Ep. 250613
Guests: Ben Rhodes, Jamelle Bouie, Jacob Soboroff, Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré, Xavier Becerra New alarm and new protests in the wake of the president's threat. Tonight: The indications that Americans are rejecting Trump's heavy hand. Plus, fierce blowback after RFK Jr's radical makeover of America's vaccine advisory board. And some genuinely good news about an amazing program that was spared from DOGE destruction. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris...
Jun 12, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250610
Guests: Jacob Soboroff, Mayor Karen Bass, Sen. Adam Schiff, Sen. Rev. Raphael Warnock Donald Trump orders the American military to support his mass deportation. Tonight: the lawsuit to stop Trump and the dark origins of what's happening in L.A. And as hundreds of "No Kings" protests are planned around the country, Sen. Raphael Warnock on the growing resistance. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. To...
Jun 11, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250612
Guests: Rep. Jamie Raskin, Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, Jacob Soboroff, Charlie Warzel Tonight: the new spin that Donald Trump is taking the "high road” as Elon announces his "third party.” Plus, new shockwaves from Elon Musk's Epstein allegations as Democrats demand answers from the Justice Department. And just when you thought due process was dead, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is returned to the United States to face charges—and his lawyer will join live. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podc...
Jun 07, 2025•43 min•Ep. 250606
Guests: Alex Wagner, Asawin Suebsaeng, Julia Ioffe, Rep. Dan Goldman, Rabbi Sharon Brous The Trump-Musk bromance ends in spectacular fashion. Tonight: America's president lashes out at the world's richest man in a social media civil war. Then, Donald Trump's incurious world view on full display in the Oval Office. And the frightening new sights of what feels like secret police on America's streets. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podca...
Jun 06, 2025•47 min•Ep. 250605
Guests: Former Sen. Jon Tester, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Jon Lovett, Betsey Stevenson America's top oligarch versus the Trump agenda. Tonight: the latest chaos after Elon Musk declares war on the president's "disgusting abomination.” And Sen. Bernie Sanders on the life and death stakes of 11 million people losing health insurance. Plus, growing fears Trump allies are bending government data to fit the party line. And new outrage over Pete Hegseth's decision to strip Harriet Tubman, Thurgood Marshall...
Jun 05, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250604
