Podcasts about why is this happening

August 29, 2025; 6pm: Tonight, Trump's sweeping tariffs are found illegal by a federal appeals court, teeing up a battle at the Supreme Court. Chris Hayes unpacks the ruling, the president's response, and what's next.  To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 28, 2025; 8pm: Tonight, the calls for action from a surreal scene in Atlanta. And Dr. Jennifer Layden, who resigned her post at the CDC, joins live. Then, will the Supreme Court actually stop Donald Trump's takeover of America's independent bank. And why lawmakers are demanding answers after DHS reportedly arrests two firefighters while they were fighting a wildfire. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 27, 2025; 8pm: Tonight, Sen. Amy Klobuchar on the mass murder in Minnesota. Meanwhile in DC, Trump's federal troops pick up trash and prosecutors have trouble with grand juries. And what's happening inside the CDC with late breaking news of high level resignations. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 26, 2025; 8pm: Tonight, the hostile takeover of America's independent bank. And as the president threatens more big city takeovers, the mayors of Los Angeles and Chicago join live.    To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 22, 2025; 8pm: Tonight:, what's in the Ghislane Maxwell tapes, what's obviously missing, and the blaring red sirens over the Trump raid of John Bolton's home.  To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 21, 2025; 8pm: Tonight, what California's vote could mean for the balance of power. Plus, Sen. Elizabeth Warren on the genuinely bold response from Democrats. Then, the president goes for a ride-along to tour his federal occupation. And Nikole Hannah-Jones on the MAGA revision of history at the Smithsonian. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 20, 2025; 8pm: Tonight, Barack Obama joins the growing calls for Democrats to do more in response. Then, the many, many vacations of JD Vance. And you'll never guess what Donald Trump's shadow executive is up to now. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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August 19, 2025; 8pm: The growing and vocal resistance of an unpopular president. Then, Jasmine Crockett on the Republican game of keep away with the Epstein files. And as California moves to counter Trump, inside the surreal joke of Gavin Newsom's troll game. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 14, 2025; 8pm: As California Governor Gavin Newsom lays out his plan to counter Trump's congressional power grab, the Republican Congressman making the case that NONE of this should be happening. Then, the brand new reporting about what Donald Trump says about Jeffrey Epstein's victims when the cameras are off. And the New York mayor's race says about the Democratic party on the whole.  To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 13, 2025; 8pm: The immediate reality of Trump's D. C. occupation. And as Texas Republicans look to consolidate power for Donald Trump, blue states are taking matters into their own hands. Then, the growing alarm over a MAGA makeover of American history. Plus, a preview of Trump's summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 12, 2025; 8pm: What to make of Trump's threat to expand his federal crackdown into other American cities. And as Republicans look to consolidate power for Donald Trump, the attorney general of Texas wants Beto O'Rourke jailed for standing up for democracy. Then, Donald Trump didn't like the jobs numbers so he fired the person in charge of them—and now there's growing alarms over the MAGA replacement. Plus, the latest Republican to bomb at a town hall in front of his own constituents.  To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Tonight, Donald Trump's revenge presidency is here. The American President targets more political enemies and cleans house at the FBI. Then, what's behind the Israeli government's new plan for Gaza. And new reporting on a secret Trump plan that all feels very familiar.Guests: Daniel Koh, Paul Butler, Asha Rangappa, Rep. Greg Casar, Peter Beinart To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Tonight, it's looking more and more like an authoritarian state. The American President threatens to use the National Guard to seize control of Washington D.C. as his immigration police try to swell their ranks. Then, new scrutiny of the secret meeting to respond to the Epstein files. And the Texas Democrats standing up to Trump's latest power grab.Guests: Ben Rhodes, Harry Litman, TX State Rep. Ana-Maria Rodriguez Ramos, TX State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer, Rep. Pramila Jayapal To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 6, 2025; 8pm: The ongoing fallout from Trump's continued battle against reality. And as the situation continues to devolve in Gaza, why the Trump administration keeps passing the buck. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

August 5, 2025; 8pm: An American president at war with the truth. Then, new subpoenas as the House demands the DOJ turn over its Epstein files. Plus, Texas Democrats make moves to prevent Republicans from gaming the system. And, Trump's Big Ugly Bill meets the voters. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Spencer Kuvin, Jared Bernstein, Daniel Koh, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Gov. Kathy HochulA cushy new prison for Jeffery Epstein's accomplice. Tonight: the Trump administration's quiet upgrade for Ghislaine Maxwell—and the angry reaction from Maxwell and Epstein victims. Then, Trump's alarming firing and the flashing sirens for the economy. And Trump's plan to maintain power by redrawing the maps…and Democrats' plan to fight back.  Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sigrid McCawley, Steve Liesman, Ilya Somin, Faiz Shakir, Alex WagnerAs the family of Virginia Giuffre speaks out, my interview with Giuffre's longtime attorney on the spiraling Trump-Epstein scandal. Then, the last minute legal fight to stop Trump's tariffs. And as Kamala Harris drops a book and heads to Colbert, how to think about the next leader of Democrats, whoever that may be.  Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Michelle Goldberg, Tara Setmayer, Barbara McQuade, Will Sommer, Jared BernsteinDonald Trump's downplay isn't working. Tonight: new evidence the American people are demanding answers on Epstein. Plus, the supreme gambit of Epstein's accomplice as Ghislaine Maxwell gets a date with the high court. Then, growing questions over what we know and what we don't about the Epstein jail video. And on the eve of another massive round of tariffs, the painful truth that the President doesn't want you to know. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Tim Miller, Norm Eisen, Liz Oyer, Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Lisa Rubin The president says Jeffrey Epstein "stole" his teenage employee and Epstein's accomplice demands immunity. Tonight: why Trump's answers are getting sketchier and what we know about a possible pardon. Then, is the Senate about to give Donald Trump's defense attorney a lifetime seat on the bench?   Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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 and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Julie K. Brown, Rep. Jim McGovern, Alex Wagner, Sen. Elizabeth WarrenDonald 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Cory Booker, Brandy Zadrozny, Eric Holder, Tim MillerBombshell 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Josh Marshall, Asawin Suebsaeng, Kristy Greenberg, George RetesTrump 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sarah Longwell, Annie Karni, Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Sec. Jena Griswold, Faiz Shakir, Alexi McCammondDonald 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 reaction to Donald Trump's failure to exit stage left. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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 Tester, Fernand Amandi, Emma Vigeland, Josh Marshall, Charlie Dent Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Andy Kim, Norm Eisen, Robert Malley, Brendan Buck, Alex WagnerKristi 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Brian Barrett, Sen. Adam SchiffTonight: 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Rep. Glenn Ivey, Former Sen. Jon Tester, Tamika Middleton, Leah Greenberg, Jared BernsteinRepublicans 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Jon Lovett, Claire McCaskill, Rep. Nanette Barragan, Dave Dayen, Rep. Jamie RaskinThe 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 resist a lawless administration.   Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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.   Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

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? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Rep. Kim Schrier, Brandy Zadrozny, Alexis McGill Johnson, Rep. Robert GarciaTonight: 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Bernie Sanders, Asha Rangappa, Jacob Soboroff, Sen. Tim KaineA 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Chris Murphy, Alejandro Barranco, Rep. Mike QuigleyA 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 hearing.  Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Yamiche Alcindor, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Thomas Massie, Spencer Ackerman, Helene Cooper, Robert Malley, Hooman MajdDonald 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Col. Lawrence Wilkerson, Jacob Soboroff, Steve Liesman, Jelani CobbThe "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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Rep. Ro Khanna, Chase StrangioNew 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Brad Lander, Wendy Sherman, Rep. Jasmine CrockettTonight: 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Michelle Goldberg,Lorella Praeli, Hooman Majd, Courtney Kube,Elora Mukherjee, Ta-Nehisi CoatesThe 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Rob Bonta, Sen. Elizabeth Warren,  Courtney Kube, M. GessenA 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Ben Rhodes, Jamelle Bouie, Jacob Soboroff, Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré, Xavier BecerraNew 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Jacob Soboroff, Mayor Karen Bass, Sen. Adam Schiff, Sen. Rev. Raphael WarnockDonald 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Rep. Jamie Raskin, Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, Jacob Soboroff, Charlie WarzelTonight: 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Alex Wagner, Asawin Suebsaeng, Julia Ioffe, Rep. Dan Goldman, Rabbi Sharon BrousThe 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 subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Former Sen. Jon Tester, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Jon Lovett, Betsey StevensonAmerica'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 and Harvey Milk's names off of U.S. Navy vessels.   Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Guests: Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Sarah Longwell, Jared Bernstein, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Rob Menendez, Imari JonesDemocrats literally roll out the TACO truck as Trump announces new tariffs and new deadlines. Plus, get ready for an easier way for the president to profit through anonymous payments. Then, accusations of "false arrest and malicious prosecution:” the new lawsuit against Trump's former lawyer. And as the Trump administration targets a gay trailblazer, new data on the real world impacts from MAGA attacks on the LGBTQ community.     Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.