Jen Psaki on the Upcoming Biden-Trump Presidential Debate
Joe Biden surprises Donald Trump with a debate challenge, and Trump accepts. Tommy Vietor and MSNBC’s Jen Psaki discuss the strategy behind Biden’s move and how likely it is that those debates will actually happen, Trump’s courthouse surrogate operation, the latest with Israel and Gaza, and whether it’s true that Biden thinks the polls are wrong. Then, Tommy and Jen relive the best White House stories from Jen’s new book, Say More: Lessons from Work, The White House, and the World.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
3:02 - Trump Vs. Biden debates
13:13 - Trump's hush money trial
21:48 - Gaza
33:40 - Biden in the polls
42:36 - Ad break
43:35 - Jen Psaki's new book
CHECK OUT THESE DEALS FROM OUR SPONSORS
INDOCHINO: www.indochino.com use code crooked
Want Pod Save America ad-free? Subscribe to Friends of the Pod: crooked.com/friends
Our book Democracy or Else is out June 25th! Pre-order at bit.ly/491j0oc. Profits support Vote Save America and 2024 campaigns.
See Pod Save America Live on the Democracy or Else Tour! Get tickets at bit.ly/43lz6YO
Subscribe to our channel! kzread.info?...
Crooked believes that we need a better conversation about politics, culture, and the world around us-one that doesn’t just focus on what’s broken, but what we can do to fix it. At a time when it’s increasingly easy to feel cynical or hopeless, former Obama staffers Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor have created a place where people can have sane conversations that inform, entertain, and inspire action. In 2017 they started Crooked with Pod Save America-a no-bullshit conversation about politics. Since then, we continue to add shows, voices, and opportunities for activism, because it’s up to all of us to do our part to build a better world. That’s it. End of mission.
Learn more about Crooked at www.crooked.com
Follow the pod on Twitter / podsaveamerica
Follow Crooked on Facebook / crookedmedia
Follow Crooked on Instagram / crookedmedia
#podsaveamerica #trump #republicans
Пікірлер: 575
The “I hear you’re free on Wednesdays” was a savage mic drop from Biden
@imperialmotoring3789
22 күн бұрын
That was odd how Biden admitted to election interference.
@Thunder-Chief
22 күн бұрын
I was driving when I first heard it, a did a full blown Chris Tucker in Friday... "DAAAAAYUM!!!"
@weshoward4301
22 күн бұрын
Yeah, pretty good; only took him 6 cold cuts staring into the teleprompter instead of the camera to get a 17 second message done.
@mirandashuwera3389
22 күн бұрын
It simply reveals what anyone with a brain already knew, that Biden and the Democrats are using the American justice system against their political opponent. The only tool/weapon they have against Trump is this juvenile lawfare. It's really sad 😔
@brisan3830
22 күн бұрын
@@weshoward4301 only 6? That's half the tries Trump needs to whine that he's a victim😂
I love it when Jen Psaki slums it and comes on the Pod.
Congratulations Tommy🍼! Love when Jen is on Pod Save America !!!👏👍💙🇺🇸
JEN!!! THE WOMAN WHO BROUGHT BACK PRESS BRIEFINGS. AND ACTING LIKE A NORMAL RESPECTABLE PRESS SECRETARY. She will always have a special place in my heart. 😂
@user-or2ix3qg8x
21 күн бұрын
The circle back of lies ..The former White House press secretary disputed reports about Biden's conduct at a ceremony for fallen soldiers in her new book "Say More." former White House press secretary Jen Psaki lied in her recently released book, Say More, when she disputed the claim that President Joe Biden checked his watch at a ceremony for the 13 soldiers killed during Biden’s botched Afghanistan withdrawal in 20 Psaki said that “the president looked at his watch only after the ceremony had ended. Moments later, he and the First Lady headed toward their car.” Eyewitness accounts, prior reporting, and photos prove she’s lying.
Jen is a cut above. She's just so succinct and articulate.
@kraigamendt9525
12 күн бұрын
She is a progressive Democrat. She is the only press secretary that has never lies. Biden's White House Press Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierree lied about Democrat Marianne Williamson. Every Democrat knew she was lying
I liked the surrogates' matching outfits -- like they were going to do a dance routine
@Terry-lh8cn
23 күн бұрын
Backup models in a Robert Palmer video
@FakingANerve
23 күн бұрын
Somebody should have pulled out their phone and played "YMCA." 😂
@marshatolbert154
23 күн бұрын
Yes. I half expected them to link arms and do a kick 🦵 line 😂
@leotachaney7322
22 күн бұрын
Haha, if djt says to dance.....rest assured they would have!
@chrisray1567
22 күн бұрын
It’s like Trump is the manager of a boy band.
I want to sit and listen to you two talk for hours about your knowledge and experiences through the world of global politics. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and senses of humor through your conversation.
I ‘be always liked and respected Jen Psaki and how professional and credible she is. Listening to this interview now, I really like her even more. She is so down to earth and has a great sense of humor. Two attributes , those in the political realm could use more off. Thank you for your service to this country.
@user-or2ix3qg8x
21 күн бұрын
professional and credible jen Psaki ??? you call her credible,she is a liar The former White House press secretary disputed reports about Biden's conduct at a ceremony for fallen soldiers in her new book "Say More." former White House press secretary Jen Psaki lied in her recently released book, Say More, when she disputed the claim that President Joe Biden checked his watch at a ceremony for the 13 soldiers killed during Biden’s botched Afghanistan withdrawal in 20 Psaki said that “the president looked at his watch only after the ceremony had ended. Moments later, he and the First Lady headed toward their car.” Eyewitness accounts, prior reporting, and photos prove she’s lying.
@junemulvany2531
20 күн бұрын
But you believe trump, serial liar, well over 30,000 lies.
I met Obama in Chicago when he was a newly elected Senator. I was his personal server at a banquet held by an upscale black organization. They kept him socially busy all night long and I had to make sure he was fed when he was available so I interacted with him all night. At the end he shook my hand, thanked me, and told me I was the best server he ever had. Months later, after he announced he was running for president, I ran into him again at the UIC pavilion at the end of a Chicago Flame game. I was again working catering and was moving a cart in the elevator when a hand stopped the door from closing and in walked Michelle and the girls, two body guards and bringing up the rear, Barack hearding everyone in. When he saw me, he said, "Hey, I know you. You were my server at the University club. I said, "Yes, I was. I heard you're running for President." "I am," he said, "Any advice? "As a matter of fact I had a thought," I answered," "This needs to be the last time you are the last one in the elevator. From now on, you have to let your security bring up the rear." Michelle gave him what came to be known as a trade mark, what did I tell you look. And he smiled sheepishly and said, "duly noted."
@dohraime140
21 күн бұрын
Love this anecdote! Thank you for sharing :)
@samanthamcnallywatercolors
14 күн бұрын
Great memory for you to enjoy forever
@kraigamendt9525
13 күн бұрын
I'm a Democrat. I voted for Democrat Marianne Williamson. Republican Joe Biden student loan relief only allow loans under $15,0000. Most Democrats have over 50k in student loan debt
@littlejerryseinfeld4168
11 күн бұрын
For a nation that's been making decisions on "vibes" for so long, its kinda scary that people can look at Obama and Trump and think that one is a sinister evil socialist communist whatever asinine statement they ascribe to him, and that Trump is a paragon of virtue. Religious fundamentalism is a scary thing.
It's not a clever work around. It's specifically a violation to direct someone to violate the gag order on his behalf
@waltman11
19 күн бұрын
It’s clever because the judge can’t really prove Trump directed them to do it. I hate Trump too, but I’m fairly sure that’s what he was referencing.
@MyroIII
19 күн бұрын
@@waltman11 One of the reporters in the courthouse said he clearly saw Trump writing specific quotes for his groupies to say. There are montages of the post court press hearings where they just repeat the same lines ad nauseum
I think it is more accurate to call him "Defendant Trump" than "President trump".
@dwaynehendricks7842
15 күн бұрын
Precisely!!
@littlejerryseinfeld4168
11 күн бұрын
it's not just more accurate, it's precise. President Trump is figure from the past (only 4 years ago but still, he has not been President Trump since January 20th 2021)
So happy to see Tommy again! 💖 Congratulations to both of you on the new bab and hope everyone is doing good and getting (any) sleep 😂
Cheers Tommy! I nanny for a 19 month old and 1 month old! Hooray for Jen as a guest!
Two of my favorites. They are always intelligent,entertaining, and informative.
Jen Psaki - you are phenomenal!
Could listen to Jen and Tommy swap stories for hours!
Mike Johnson reminds me of my Mother's cat. She would gift my Mom with a deceased mouse that she proudly displayed on the back porch in front of the other pets. All the while smothering Mom with affection.
@dohraime140
21 күн бұрын
😄
Jen is great
Johnson is so concerned about his children’s moral upbringing, how do you think he explains his standing outside Trump’s trial, attacking for Trump?
@littlejerryseinfeld4168
11 күн бұрын
occams razor would dictate that he doesnt actually care about that stuff (which seems to be a feature of devout christianity or religion in general - the more devout one is, the more following the morality of whatever religion they subscribe to is optional) I think he explains it in the same way he explains everything, with insultingly condescending gaslighting bullshit and because they've formed their own social bubble where their common goal is the opposite of what used to be the common good. Trumpism is the antonym to the concept of the common good. Don't pretend to actually know what these people are thinking, but thats what their actions tell me. They're not countering that narrative very effectively or seem to care about trying to, so I have to believe that these people are Machiavellian scumbags.
Thanks for this. It is so great to hear smart, well informed, and articulate people talk about the real world from a VERY interesting perspective. Really enjoyable. Thanks!
Thrilled to see you both! Congratulations on the birth of your son, Tommy and Hanna! Jen, you're tops, no matter the discussion, you are a staunch defender of truth. Love my PSA
I could listen to 50 hours of this conversation. Jen is the best, so interesting and insightful.
This is a really good interview. Thanks, Tommy, for navigating Jen through some difficult topics.
I love these two people. This is a good combo.
Beautiful and amazing conversation on the importance of truth, honesty, integrity, and a free press. This conversation would never happen on the right.
@mikeellafrits6783
22 күн бұрын
You got that correct. Conversations on the Right always seem to pander to prejudices and grievances, without any noble advocacy for civic duty.
Jen's stories about Obama and the White House are pure West Wing material
@empresssk
22 күн бұрын
It’s giving ‘Diary of C.J.’ 😂
@kayinoue2497
21 күн бұрын
@@empresssk absolutely
Congratulations Tommy! 💃🏾💃🏾
@cynthiamoore7056
22 күн бұрын
Tommy and Hannah have been busy and we are here for them.
Jen we love you! You’re awesome! VOTE BLUE💙💙💙
Congrats on the baby, Tommy!!! Great to see you, Psaki… congrats on the new book!
Congratulations 🎉Tommy + Mom well done
Congratulations to you and your family Tommy!!
Seems like Israel is running a recruiting campaign for hamas
@oohhboy-funhouse
22 күн бұрын
I wish everyone would acknowledge the evidence that shows this isn't just an Israeli government issue. It's systemic. We will have failed if we don't place consequences as we did for South Africa. I remain disappointed that PSA still unconsciously place Israeli at a higher status than everyone else. It's all about them or done to them, never what they did to get here.
@imperialmotoring3789
22 күн бұрын
Seems like the communists have overtaken our higher education system.
@dazenguile4215
22 күн бұрын
@@oohhboy-funhouseexactly. for supposed progressives, they sure do sound a lot like Morning Joe and even Fox News when it comes to Israel.
@taylorswan8587
22 күн бұрын
@@dazenguile4215guaranteed that both of them have taken plenty of AIPAC money
I love this conversation. Ya'll were so young and so close to a special time in history. Incidently, I was also hooked by that same Obama speech. At that moment, I realized I hadn't been that excited about a presidential candidate since 1960 when I was only 10. Great current thoughts and insights, too.
BIG HOUSE not the Whitehouse! DEBATE!! Go JOE!!
@kraigamendt9525
21 күн бұрын
82,410,438 Democrats voted for Democrat Marianne Williamson. Democrat Marianne Williamson won the popular vote by 8,428,808 more votes than Republican Joe Biden. Democrat Marianne Williamson won 232 eletoral college votes. 73,981,630 Republicans voted for Republican Joe Biden. Republican Joe Biden won 306 eletoral college votes.
I'm so happy for Tommy and his family.
@marycarter3972
22 күн бұрын
It’s he best
donald wants a circus, not a debate.
@WeFoughtForIt-hb7xe938
23 күн бұрын
Will he be bringing his MAGA clown show, like he brought them to the courthouse?
@Michele-zn5yi
22 күн бұрын
Because he's aclown.
@clamboat6075
22 күн бұрын
Trump is ready for the most corrupt individual to ever "try" to run a country. You must be in a bubble.
@irenafarm
22 күн бұрын
I get why Biden’s team is going for it, but I definitely could have lived without ever seeing this rematch.
@mjinba07
22 күн бұрын
Frankly, I doubt he'll follow through with it. Big talk. Lots of big talk that guy. But if he does, I'd expect the same sort of interrupting, talking over, and bullying like he did in 2020. The difference now is that Biden has a LOT of factual ammunition and if he has the will and the energy to use it, he might get Trump on the back foot where the only thing little donny can do is try and change the subject or say is it's all lies.
Love your discussion Thanks You are so inspiring . Give me faith in younger folks
50 years of experience impresses me enough to vote for President Biden again. GO JOE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏! 😎😎😎
@debrasnider7116
22 күн бұрын
Love our President Biden 💙
@imperialmotoring3789
22 күн бұрын
What experience? Buden never held a job outside of government in his life!
@exilhamburger4802
22 күн бұрын
@@imperialmotoring3789 If you actually dug a little deeper, you might have found out, there was a short career as a lawyer between 1968 and 1972. Law Clerk, public defender,, lawyer in a bigger firm and own small law firm.
@dazenguile4215
22 күн бұрын
@@imperialmotoring3789huh? he was a lawyer though… also, he’s applying for a job in government, so experience in government is all he needs.
@lovetafrank7852
22 күн бұрын
@@imperialmotoring3789do you tell the truth much. He was a. Lifeguard an attorney single father and all around good guy. He worked 2 jobs to get by, unlike Mr born with a silver spoon up his butt given millions from daddy which he quickly flushed down a gold toilet with 6 separate bankruptcies.
NGL, I love Jen Psaki's insights. I think I'm going to buy her book.
Good to see you back. By far my favorite Pod Save America / Congrats on your newest addition to your family.!!
The first time I remember seeing Jen Psaki is when she was introduced as Joe Biden's Press Secretary. I thought at the time (and still think) she was the best Press Secretary I've ever seen in my lifetime. Her clarity and command of the podium is spot on. I've had over 50 years experience in communications in various positions including news reporting. I don't usually share a compliment like this, but I mean what I say. She's good. I'm humbled by her excellence and professionalism.
Congratulations Tommy! Hi Jen! 👋
I really appreciated this pod for the way i felt included in a chat between two old friends. A chat that was a look into the emotions of people involved in running the world.
First of all, this is a dialogue match made in heaven. Secondly, Jen articulates the ambiguous in such a way that is both fair and compelling. She knows the inside, she knows the ramifications on the outside. That’s a sincere level of honesty and being present, which is educational and contextual to hear.
@jenkronstain
22 күн бұрын
An she spells Jen correctly (speaking as one myself). 👍🍿
Strange world in which a politician can debate a maffia boss on live tv.
All the personal stories about Biden are truly heartwarming and what a genuinely good human he is.
Amazing interview! Thanks for sharing your experiences from a time that seems so long ago.
Did those fools have a group text this morning to pick the exact same outfit?
@junemulvany2531
20 күн бұрын
Mini trumpies.
i could honestly hear you two talk for hours
I love how it took all these people 5+ weeks to show up in support of trump. It just shows they are reading the stories about how his family doesnt show up for him, this was their answer to that. 🤔
I like that Psaki’s book is in frame with Tommy and the Pod book is in frame with Jen.
Hot Psaki! ❤🙌🏼👏🏻
What do you mean it’s a “clever work-around” of the gag order?! It’s not clever, and the order specifically says addresses this scenario, prohibit Trump from using others to violate the gag order.
@irenafarm
22 күн бұрын
The difficulty is in proving that Trump specifically directed these statements. It’s kinda hilarious that Mike J very obviously read off his statement from a note we could all see was written in Sharpie. 😂 That’s some peak multi-directional plausible deniability. Imo Mike J is the VP pick. That would be really awful because he’s clever, devious, and extremely electable.
Love Jen Psaki! Thank you for this great conversation Tommy and congratulations to your family having the new baby.
Great show! Nice to hear a conversation that is so positive and not all about Trump.
Hey, at the end of your pod, you say you've gone way too long. I'm gonna disagree. I wanted more. I love Jen Psaki and all the insight and stories about working in various administrations and yada yada. But, that's the sign of good showmanship. Always leave them wanting more. Please bring her back. She's amazing.
THIS is a great duo…luv Jen when she’s relaxed!💙🇺🇸💙
Exciting and interesting conversation, so smart and authentic. What did we do to deserve something like Trump?
Thanks for the great conversation. A real treat!
. . . Love! Love! I absolutely Love this, fun, entertaining and extremely informative. Thank you! . . . 😎
This was great! So fun and informative.
I love that trump says, "I'm a very good golfer", when according to everything _I've_ heard, he's not even a very good _cheater,_ that is, everyone _knows_ he cheats, the pros _for sure_ know he cheats, and they all just laugh at him....😆
Such an interesting discussion about insiders’ real lives!
Jen is great. Happy to see her.
This podcast is one the most enjoyable. Thank you !
Yay Jen!
25:42 by “antisemitism”, she of course means criticism of israel’s genocide.
Biden should not debate on FOX.
@irenafarm
22 күн бұрын
The team at Fox that usually handles debates isn’t terrible. And if Biden does well in spite of a hostile moderator, that looks even better.
Yes!!! Bring back Jen as often as possible.
Awesome interview :)
Congratulations Tommy!
I giggled with joy when Jen introduced herself at the beginning of the podcast.
Jen might be my favorite 'friend of the pod.' She's so fun to listen to every time she's on.
Two Australian moderators are needed, as they are actually professional journalists: who know how to moderate and ask proper follow ups, and will not stand for any BS. Sarah Ferguson (from Australia's ABC - who interviewed Sidney Powell to great effect) and Axios' Jonathan Swan. They'll be just as demanding of Biden as of Trump, thereby putting them in stark contrast. US corporate journalists will not do it, except, perhaps Chris Hayes and Lawrence O'Donnell, but they'd be seen by Trump as "partisan".
@primordial82
22 күн бұрын
Orange Hitler is just an unhinged brat, so no amount of moderation will keep the debate on track.
@elibnem4126
22 күн бұрын
I agree with this. I've watched a decent amount of Australian news and they completely blow away the media in our own country. It just comes off as so much more honest reporting.
What is happening ? This is just like listening to adults ! Jen’s authenticity is always so refreshing ❤
@user-or2ix3qg8x
21 күн бұрын
Jen’s authenticity of lies... Psaki’s Shameful LieJen Psaki Says Her Joe Biden Watch Claim Will Be Removed From Book The former White House press secretary disputed reports about Biden's conduct at a ceremony for fallen soldiers in her new book "Say More." former White House press secretary Jen Psaki lied in her recently released book, Say More, when she disputed the claim that President Joe Biden checked his watch at a ceremony for the 13 soldiers killed during Biden’s botched Afghanistan withdrawal in 20 Psaki said that “the president looked at his watch only after the ceremony had ended. Moments later, he and the First Lady headed toward their car.” Eyewitness accounts, prior reporting, and photos prove she’s lying. “Her useless a** wasn’t even there
I agree with Jen. I felt Biden was trying to get the civilians some help. He was saying we're not helping but let us take care of this first
Excellent conversation! Congrats Tommy!
Thanks y’all! Congrats Tommy!
What we need is cameras in the courtrooms. If all the evidence is available for people to see for themselves, maybe they would wake up.
@elibnem4126
22 күн бұрын
Agreed 100%, this is a presidential candidate. America needed to see this.
Love that Jen Psaki !!!
Excellent episode. Congratulations Tommy!
Luv Jen! Great talk!🥰
Fantastic interview, one of your best. Thanks so much for the peek behind the curtain
What a great interview! Looking forward to reading Jen's book!
Lindsay Graham knows better than to question the election, but he’s sooo weak he just goes along to get along.
@junemulvany2531
20 күн бұрын
It is ok to question in the courts, legally. That's not what the Repubs are doing now, they lost all the legal cases.
Both fun AND informative! So much in so little time. Much appreciated.
Still to this day I believe if Hilary, had turned around when he loomed .. and said "Back off Jabba, I'm not your Princess"! .. she would have won it all right there .. I mean someone walking over behind your podium and invading your personal space is just so offensive
@aidanmargarson8910
22 күн бұрын
or better .. is that because .. I'm not a woman?
Congratulations Tommy on your new son. Nice to see and hear Jen.
Jen Psaki...you are a gem...you are an exceptional human! Thank you for your service❤
Thanks Jen and congrats Tommy!
Yes! Love Jen Psaki. Congrats, Tommy, on your new baby.
They should have Jon Stewart as they monitor
Thank you! You guys make me feel nerdy.
Jen Psaki continues to be fantastic
Congratulations Tommy and Hannah! ♥And Jen, well, she always is a treat! 🙂
Wonderful interview !!! And delightful conversation. Thank you both 💙💙💙💙💙💙
Loved the discussion (you guys are so comfy with each other!), but more than that -- congrats, Tommy! :))
This was great, thank you
Best interview !!
Great interview! Thank you!