Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

New York’s 12th District congressional candidate George Conway stops by to talk about Trump’s attempts to keep his coalition together.The Righting’s Howard Polskin joins us to discuss the splintering of the MAGA movement as they turn on President Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump blocking the Strait of Hormuz and his other strategic blunders.Ed FitzGerald joins us to talk about his run for Congress in Ohio’s 7th District against Congressman Max Miller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers stops by to talk about consumer sentiment hitting its lowest level ever. Author Bradley Onishi joins us to discuss Pete Hegseth and the peculiar religious influences in his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As The World Churns’ Andy Levy stops by to talk about MAGA’s anger at Trump over the chaos of the Iran war. Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman joins us to discuss how they are pushing back against Trump’s agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about bipartisan calls to invoke the 25th Amendment on Trump.The New Yorker’s Antonia Hitchens joins us to discuss the Groyper movement and whether it’s the future of the right wing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the escalation in Iran and how it’s affecting life in America. Politico’s Peter S. Canellos joins us to talk about his new book, Revenge for the Sixties: Sam Alito and the Triumph of the Conservative Legal Movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about the fallout from AG Pam Bondi getting fired.The New York Times’ Theodore Schleifer joins us to discuss the strange campaign financing trends shaping the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Good Liars’ Jason Selvig stops by to talk about President Trump attending the Supreme Court’s deliberations on birthright citizenship. Wired’s Caroline Haskins joins us to discuss her blockbuster reporting that the IRS is enlisting Palantir to help with audits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Trump’s self-inflicted wounds to his presidency.Iowa Senate candidate Josh Turek joins us to discuss his very real chances of becoming Iowa’s next senator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump sending 50,000 troops to the Middle East.The Wall Street Journal’s Cameron McWhirter joins us to talk about MAGA’s strange splinter movement in Arkansas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSNOW's Ali Vitali stops by to talk about Congress trying to finally reopen DHS.The New York Times’ Shane Goldmacher joins us to discuss Republicans’ unusual plan to hold a midterms convention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Latino Vote Podcast host Mike Madrid stops by to talk about the dramatic shift of Latino voters against Trump. Indivisible’s Ezra Levin joins us to discuss this weekend’s No Kings rally, which could be the biggest political rally in American history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Majority Report’s Sam Seder stops by to talk about the unprecedented corruption in the Trump administration. The Lever’s David Sirota joins us to discuss his new reporting on the unitary executive theory and its threats to our democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about ICE taking over American airports.Yale’s Akhil Amar joins us to discuss the Supreme Court and birthright citizenship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nation’s Jeet Heer stops by to talk about the very stupid ways Trump is navigating the Iran war.The Bulwark’s Will Sommer joins us to discuss the many strains of antisemitism circulating around MAGA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Markwayne Mullin’s disastrous confirmation hearing.Inside Elections Jacob Rubashkin joins us to break down the nuances of last night’s primary races.Plus, as a bonus, The Brennan Center’s Michael Waldman joins us to talk about how to oppose the SAVE Act.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle stops by to talk about Trump making up a story about a former president backing his war in the Middle East.Bolts Magazine’s Alex Burness joins us to discuss the Wisconsin Supreme Court election, which could be one of the year’s most important races.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Tucker Carlson saying the CIA is coming for him.Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury joins us to talk about the investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers stops by to talk about Trump’s terrible instincts and how they’re damaging the U.S. economy.Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa joins us to discuss her run to defeat Governor Greg Abbott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about the doomed SAVE Act.The Financial Times’ Ed Luce joins us to discuss what Iran means for Americans at home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Pete Hegseth’s egregious spending spree on floral arrangements and lobster at the Department of War.Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold joins us to discuss Governor Polis flirting with pardoning election meddler Tina Peters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump finally having to fire officials in his administration. Pro Publica's Doug Bock Clark joins us to talk about his blockbuster reporting on MAGA figures plotting to rig the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSNBC’s Ali Velshi stops by to talk about the “Epstein war.”Semafor’s Dave Weigel joins us to discuss the midterm battles he’s watching.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about the latest developments surrounding the Epstein files.We’ll also talk with The New York Times investigative reporter David Enrich about his blockbuster reporting on Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to customs officials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Don Lemon Show’s Don Lemon stops by to talk about Trump’s admission that he has no plan for what to do in Iran.Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin details the SAVE Act and how Democrats can make sure it doesn’t pass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s attempt to distract from continued scrutiny of the Epstein files by escalating military action abroad, including recent bombing in Iran. The Economist’s Archie Hall about Trump’s disastrous tariff policies — including the fallout from a recent Supreme Court ruling that struck down key parts of his tariff agenda and the economic uncertainty that followedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlantic’s Anne Applebaum stops by to talk about Trump’s attempts to convince the American people that up is down.The New Republic’s Michael Tomasky about what Democrats should be doing to continue highlighting Trump’s ties to Epstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Feds’ Harry Litman stops by to discuss new details about the DOJ allegedly hiding a report concerning Trump’s alleged sexual interactions with a minor. Congressman Jared Moskowitz about efforts to obtain and release the remaining Epstein files.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York’s 12th District congressional candidate George Conway stops by to talk about Trump’s State of the Union address. Ranking Member of the Oversight Committee, Representative Robert Garcia, about their next moves to continue seeking justice for Epstein’s victims.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the DOJ deleting a file from the Epstein files detailing Ghislaine Maxwell’s alleged blackmail of Donald Trump. Michigan Democratic Senate primary candidate Mallory McMorrow about her run for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sisters In Law’s Joyce Vance stops by to talk about SCOTUS striking down Trump’s tariff policy. Then, Epstein victim Maria Farmer details her horrifying experiences with Les Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The David Pakman Show’s David Pakman stops by to talk about Trump’s Epstein cover-up.Then we’ll speak with New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez about how state AGs regulate Big Tech and the investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about CBS cowering to the FCC by refusing to air an interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico. Pulitzer Prize–winning biographer Jon Meacham about his latest book, American Struggle: Democracy, Dissent, and the Pursuit of a More Perfect Union: An Anthology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the effect of the Epstein files on the MAGA coalition.Then we’ll talk to Bob Brooks about his run to be congressman for Pennsylvania’s 7th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSNOW’s Eugene Daniels stops by to talk about the impending government shutdown.Then we’ll speak with Bloomberg’s Jason Leopold about the continued revelations from the Epstein files.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to discuss Pam Bondi taking the stand to defend her handling of the Epstein files. Princeton’s Sam Wang about his run for Congress in New Jersey’s 12th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos stops by to talk about what the Epstein files say about our elites.Then we’ll speak with Yale’s Asha Rangappa about accountability for the elites named in the Epstein files.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the Trump administration’s attempt to cover up the murder of Renée Good. The New Yorker’s Jonathan Blitzer about how the Trump administration is weaponizing the legal saga of Democratic Congresswoman LaMonica McIver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers joins us to talk about the increasingly worrying state of the U.S. economy. The Miami Herald’s Julie K. Brown stops by to discuss the Epstein files—and the critical pieces that have yet to be put together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Majority Report’s Emma Vigeland stops by to discuss Trump’s attempt to seize the election—and the pushback it’s getting from within his own party. Maine Governor Janet Mills about her run to become the Democratic nominee for Senate in the great state of Maine, as she looks to take Senator Susan Collins’s seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zeteo’s Mehdi Hasan stops by to talk about Trump’s latest plot to rig the midterms.Then we’ll speak with Cait Conley about her run in New York’s 17th district, where she’s hoping to flip this swing seat and unseat Congressman Mike Lawler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines the fallout from the Epstein files and what Democratic wins in deep-red Texas mean for their midterm chances. Reporter Christopher Mathias details his new book To Catch a Fascist: The Fight to Expose the Radical Right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.