Prosecuting Donald Trump

Jurors have begun deliberations in Trump’s New York trial. What to know about summations from the defense and prosecution.

After a stinging cross of Costello by Hoffinger, a charging conference is held to decide jury instructions. And what closing arguments need to accomplish.

The fine line between a mistake and a lie is one the jury has to draw, as testimony ends in the New York trial.

Michael Cohen’s credibility is at the heart of Trump’s criminal trial. Plus: what the prosecution needs to address in redirect.

Trump’s right-hand man takes the stand. Andrew and Mary break down the significance of Cohen’s testimony alongside the evidence.

Examining the finer points of Stormy Daniels’ testimony and cross-examination. And how to approach a mistrial motion.

Crucial testimony from Hope Hicks and Jeff McConney as the New York trial continues. And a stern warning from Judge Merchan.

Andrew frames the dynamics at play inside the New York courtroom. And takeaways from Keith Davidson’s testimony.

Dissecting the cross-examination of AMI CEO David Pecker. Plus: Judge Merchan’s options as he hears more alleged gag order violations this Thursday.

Scrutinizing the Supreme Court’s historic oral arguments on Trump’s claim of presidential immunity and David Pecker’s testimony in New York.

Listen to Supreme Court arguments on whether Donald Trump is immune from criminal prosecution.

An analysis of opening statements in the New York criminal trial and a preview of the Supreme Court’s oral arguments in Trump’s immunity appeal.

The jury is seated. Plus an in-depth review of the Statement of Facts with excerpts read by Robert De Niro and Glenn Close.

The first criminal trial of a former U.S. president gets underway in a Manhattan courtroom. And acclaimed actor Robert De Niro reads an excerpt from the New York indictment.

Listen to Ari Melber’s special coverage from the first day of the historic criminal trial of former president Donald Trump.

As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing the first episode of a special series from “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast,” called “WITHpod 2024: The Stakes.” For the first time since 1892, we have an election in which both candidates have presidential records. It’s a unique chance to take a hard look at what both Joe Biden and Donald Trump have actually done as president. Chris Hayes talks to experts about both candidates’ records on specific policy areas. This week, Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, policy director at the American Immigration Council, joins to unpack immigration policies under Trump vs. Biden, the state of the asylum system, and more. Follow and listen to the whole series: https://link.chtbl.com/withpod_tsfd

One week out from the first criminal trial of a former president. And pressure is mounting in the Florida classified documents case.

As the New York trial inches closer, Judge Merchan revises Trump’s gag order. And accountability via the state bar may be a remedy for several lawyers’ roles in Jan 6.

The New York trial gets a start date and Trump’s bond payment is reduced to $175 Million.

Actors Peter Coyote and Renée Elise Goldsberry read from the FL and GA indictments against Donald Trump, followed by analysis from Andrew Weissmann and his co-author Melissa Murray.

On this special episode, Glenn Close and Liam Neeson read excerpts of the NY and DC criminal cases against Donald Trump, as legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and co-author Melissa Murray weigh in.

A delay in the New York case after document discovery was held up. And Judge Cannon rules on vagueness in the Espionage Act.

MSNBC’s Andrew Weissmann & Melissa Murray delve into "The Trump Indictments.”

Trump’s legal team attempts more delays as the New York trial looms, after posting a $91 Million bond as he appeals the decision in the E. Jean Carroll case. Plus: Hur testifies and Arizona issues subpoenas for Trump ‘false’ electors in the state.

A deep dive into the Wisconsin fake electors settlement and behind the veil of a unanimous Supreme Court decision on Trump’s ballot eligibility in Colorado.

In their decision to take up Donald Trump's immunity claims, the U.S. Supreme Court has bolstered the former president's delay strategy and greatly reduced the chances of a DC trial happening before the election in November.

The motions are flying in the Florida documents case, as Trump’s lawyers submit a bevy for Judge Cannon to review. And the Manhattan DA offers his own motions in the coming New York case, in an effort to keep the former president from intimidating witnesses and jurors.

Judge Engoron rules on Trump's civil fraud case as we await word from the Supreme Court on the immunity decision and the Colorado ballot issue.

Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O'Donnell discuss the Engoron decision on a special episode of Alex Wagner Tonight.

As Trump asks the Supreme Court to decide on the immunity question, Jack Smith’s team urges Judge Cannon to reconsider whether witnesses in the Florida case will be made public.

Andrew and Mary join forces once again this week to review Thursday’s oral arguments before the Supreme Court and Special Counsel Hur’s report on Biden’s handling of classified documents.

Listen to full U.S. Supreme Court hearing on former President Donald Trump’s Colorado ballot case.

Andrew and Mary analyze the unanimous DC Circuit decision rejecting Trump's immunity claim. Plus: a preview Thursday’s SCOTUS oral arguments on the Colorado ballot issue.

Andrew and Mary review the damages awarded by the jury in the E. Jean Carroll verdict. Plus: awaiting Special Counsel Hur’s report, Judge Engoron’s verdict, and the DC Circuit immunity decision.

Why Trump thinks presidents need total immunity from prosecution. Plus: Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord on the latest from E. Jean Carroll’s second defamation case as oral arguments wrap up this week.

MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord review the tumultuous closing arguments in Donald Trump’s New York civil fraud case and analyze how the former President is using the legal system for his own political advantage.

MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord review the oral arguments laid out at the DC Circuit over Donald Trump’s assertion of presidential immunity in the election interference case.

Listen to the full DC Circuit Court of Appeals Oral Argument: U.S. v. Trump.

After the US Supreme Court temporarily punted on questions of presidential immunity and double jeopardy, the DC Circuit Court of Appeals prepares to hear arguments next week.

MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord answer burning questions from listeners in this special episode.

MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord react to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to disqualify Donald Trump from the 2024 presidential ballot.

A federal jury ordered Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million to two poll workers in Georgia. Their lawyer, Michael Gottlieb, joins the show.

Donald Trump pushes for a halt in the DC election subversion case while the special counsel asks the Supreme Court to weigh in on the question of presidential immunity.

Two decisions deliver a massive blow to Donald Trump’s claims of presidential immunity.

What Donald Trump’s Thanksgiving rant could mean for his two gag orders on appeal in NY and DC.

Donald Trump’s team and the U.S. government faced off in a tense hearing over the D.C. gag order issued against him.

Listen to the entire hearing debating the validity of Donald Trump’s D.C. gag order.

Donald Trump joins media outlets in a push for a televised trial in DC, meanwhile Don Jr is back on the stand in New York – this time for the defense.

Donald Trump clashes with the judge in his NY civil fraud trial and makes some big admissions that could threaten his business empire.

Andrew Weissmann joins Jennifer Palmieri and the West Wing’s Bradley Whitford on a special episode of “How to Win 2024.”

A big week for Donald Trump as he and his kids get set to testify in NY, and a DC judge reinstates his gag order, all while he pushes for presidential immunity in the election interference case.

Breaking: Mark Meadows reportedly gets an immunity deal in the federal election case.

How Donald Trump’s claim that Sidney Powell was never his attorney could backfire.

Another judge has imposed a gag order on Donald Trump after a tense hearing in D.C.

We dig into why Donald Trump wasn’t charged for reportedly spilling nuclear secrets.

We’re live at NYU Law School to discuss Donald Trump’s latest legal battles, including the NY gag order.

With control of his landmark properties and business career at stake, Donald Trump appears in court for his civil fraud trial.

Introducing “How to Win 2024,” a new MSNBC podcast hosted by Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri.

We’re live at the Texas Tribune Festival with MSNBC’s Chris Hayes.

Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break down how Donald Trump’s incendiary rhetoric seems to have contributed to a rise in political violence against his adversaries.

Special Counsel Jack Smith requests restrictions on Donald Trump’s public comments.

We’re live at the 92nd Street Y in NYC with MSNBC’s Nicolle Wallace.

New developments in GA’s election interference case could spell more bad news for Donald Trump.

We’re live at Georgetown Law! Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord talk about the flurry of activity in Donald Trump’s GA case and take questions from the audience.

Key hearings in DC and Atlanta usher in the next phase of the criminal cases against Donald Trump and his co-defendants.

Donald Trump will surrender in GA this week after being indicted there. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break down the bond order and the serious warnings listed within it.

MSNBC host Ali Velshi reads the second part of the GA indictment charging Donald Trump and 18 allies with trying to overturn the 2020 election there.

MSNBC host Ali Velshi reads the first part of the GA indictment against Donald Trump and 18 others, accusing them of trying to overturn the 2020 election there.

Donald Trump and his allies have been indicted on racketeering charges in GA. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break down the historic charges usually reserved for mobsters.

Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord join MSNBC’s Ari Melber for a "Prosecuting Donald Trump" TV special.

Prosecutors in the 2020 election case have asked the Judge Chutkan to issue a protective order citing the recent barrage of attacks from Former President Trump on Truth Social. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into the latest developments.

Another historic moment as Donald Trump is indicted again. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into the chilling details of Trump’s alleged plot to stay in power after the 2020 election.

MSNBC host Ali Velshi reads the latest federal indictment against Donald Trump, charging him with 4 counts in connection with his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

As we await more possible Trump charges, former federal judge Michael Luttig joins Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord to talk about why he thinks Trump wants to be indicted for 1/6 and the timing of that expected trial.

Donald Trump has been charged with trying to delete Mar-a-Lago security footage to obstruct a federal investigation. MSNBC analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dissect Jack Smith’s surprise superseding indictment.

A DC grand jury is expected to vote soon on whether to indict Donald Trump in Jack Smith’s 2020 election probe. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord talk about the timeline and possible charges the former president is facing.

MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord address the breaking news that Donald Trump has received a target letter from Jack Smith in connection with the former president's alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

All eyes on Judge Aileen Cannon as Trump tries to delay the Mar-a-Lago documents case. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break down the first big test for the controversial judge.

Could Donald Trump's inner circle be turning on him? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord get into how prosecutors convince a witness to cooperate and what that could mean for the former president.

For the first time we’re hearing leaked audio evidence from Donald Trump’s classified documents case. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord weigh in on just how damning this could be for the former president.

A quick trial date has been set in Donald Trump’s classified documents case, but will that date hold and how will the court keep government secrets safe? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into that – and also welcome a special guest.

Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 37 felony counts in the classified documents probe. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break down what happened inside that Miami courtroom and what comes next.

MSNBC host Ali Velshi reads the entire 37-count federal indictment against Donald Trump.

We now know what’s inside the historic federal indictment against Donald Trump. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break it down.

Donald Trump has been indicted again, charged with 37 criminal counts in Jack Smith’s classified documents probe. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into what we know so far.

We're on indictment watch as the grand jury in the Mar-a-Lago documents case is expected to meet this week after a lull. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us what they’re looking for.

This week, Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tackle some of our listeners’ most burning questions about Donald Trump’s legal cases, including where exactly we stand with timing and what happens if a federal grand jury indicts.

Did Trump employees intentionally hide classified documents from the FBI? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord weigh in on explosive new reporting that could mean big trouble for the ex-president.

Could Donald Trump’s own lawyer be the key to Jack Smith’s obstruction case? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into Evan Corcoran’s notes that could blow up his client’s Mar-a-Lago defense.

Did Donald Trump’s comments at last week’s town hall put him in even greater legal jeopardy? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord weigh in on what he said that could hurt him.

Donald Trump has been found liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us what this unprecedented verdict means for the former president.

At least 8 of Georgia’s “fake electors” have accepted immunity deals in Fani Willis’ 2020 election probe. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us what that could mean for Donald Trump.

Mike Pence has finally testified before the Jan. 6th grand jury. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into what that could mean for Donald Trump and whether the special counsel’s investigation is nearing its end.

Trump’s legal woes deepening with a civil rape case getting underway and a big development in Fani Willis’ Georgia investigation. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into that – and also welcome a special guest.

Donald Trump and his allies are increasing their attacks on Alvin Bragg, Fani Willis and Jack Smith. How should prosecutors and the judge respond? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord discuss.

Now that Donald Trump has been indicted by the Manhattan D.A., could the next big move come from the Special Counsel? Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dig into how Jack Smith could be building his cases against the former president.

Former President Donald Trump has pled not guilty to 34 criminal charges. Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord explain what the indictment tells us about how D.A. Alvin Bragg plans to build his case.

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted. Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord take us inside the strategies prosecutors might use to build their case.

Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord discuss and dissect the cases against former President Donald Trump.