Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

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.

MSNOW’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.

New York’s 12th District congressional candidate George Conway examines the arrest of Don Lemon and Trump’s further weaponization of the government. Kim Hardy details her run in North Carolina’s 7th Congressional District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mary Trump Show’s Mary Trump joins us to break down Donald Trump’s escalating rhetoric and the violent attack targeting Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. New York Governor Kathy Hochul about how she plans to protect New Yorkers from ICE overreach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSNOW’s Lawrence O’Donnell examines the fallout from escalating ICE aggression and the recent high-profile shake-up in federal immigration leadership. New York Magazine’s Ben Terris details his reporting on Donald Trump’s chaotic trip to Davos and the broader implications for global leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines the fallout from the second fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis.The Brennan Center’s Michael Waldman details their new report on corruption and strategies for curbing it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSNOW’s Stephanie Ruhle breaks down the aftermath of Trump’s reckless behavior at Davos and how the world is reacting. Former Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra about Donald Trump’s bizarre rhetoric on credit card interest rates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes examines how Donald Trump is bringing fear to America’s streets.Then Market Scoreboard Report’s Ron Insana details Trump’s erratic NATO negotiations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh Hell's Tina Brown about Donald Trump’s chaotic trip to Davos. Garbage Day’s Ryan Broderick examines what he saw on the ground in Minnesota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson examines Trump’s Board of Peace bribe scheme.Journalist Laura Jedeed details the incredibly irresponsible hiring practices ICE is using.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta examines Trump’s Nobel Prize claims.Punchbowl News’ John Bresnahan details the chaos in Speaker Mike Johnson’s Congress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As The World Churns Andy Levy examines why more Democrats aren’t backing Kristi Noem’s impeachment. Former Chicago Mayor and Obama White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel details how the DNC can win the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democracy Docket’s Marc Elias stops by to explain how he’s fighting back against Trump rigging the midterms. Rep. Ro Khanna about how he’s trying to force the release of the Epstein files to get around AG Bondi’s obstruction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines Kristi Noem’s lies. Illinois Governor Pritzker’s Chief of Staff Anne Caprara details how Democrats can fight back against Trump instead of caving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers examines the bad economic vibes coming from the Trump administration.MSNOW’s Jacob Soboroff details his new book Firestorm: The Great Los Angeles Fires and America’s New Age of Disaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlantic’s Anne Applebaum examines the increasingly fascist actions of the Trump administration.Then The New York Times’ Lulu Garcia-Navarro details the complex dynamics Trump is facing in Venezuela.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Conway examines his run for Congress in New York City. The Eurasia Group’s Ian Bremmer details the destabilization Trump has brought to the world stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines Trump’s insane takeover of Venezuela.Then author Brad Meltzer details his new book The Viper.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.