Congresswoman Susan DelBene, Chair of the DCCC, joins The People’s Cabinet to break down the looming shutdown and what it means for your wallet, your health care, and your community. We cover: – What a government shutdown actually is – How health care premiums could spike by 65% – The real-world impacts: job losses, hospital cuts, and skyrocketing family bills – How misinformation is shaping the debate — and how to push back with facts – What you can do right now to make your voice hear...

Senator Chris Van Hollen joins The People’s Cabinet to discuss Trump’s violations of due process, his visit to the Middle East, and how Democrats can confront authoritarian politics. Senator Van Hollen talks to Dan Koh about: The case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia and his denial of constitutional rightsWhy Trump’s deals with El Salvador reveals the depths of his disregard for the rule of lawHis recent trip to Israel, Gaza, and neighboring countries — and his concerns with the Netanyahu governmentWh...

If the government shuts down, Members of Congress keep getting paid. Janitors get screwed — they never do. This is on top of Trump threatening to fire 2 million workers. Here’s how this works.

Congressman Eric Swalwell joins The People’s Cabinet to reflect on the new January 6th committee, how Democrats can reclaim the narrative, and why transparency is essential in the fight against Trump’s fear-based politics. Congressman Swalwell talks to Dan Koh about: His role as ranking member on the new January 6th committee and why “truth over Trump” must guide its workHow Democrats can break through Trump’s disinformation machine with storytelling and authenticityThe Epstein files controve...

Trump is threatening to fire up to 1.9 MILLION federal employees if the government shuts down. Is it legal? Probably not. Does he care? Not at all. It’s a scare tactic to make Democrats bend the knee. We break it down in this emergency Cabinet Meeting.

Senator Elissa Slotkin joins The People’s Cabinet to reflect on political violence, the rising cost of living, and why we might be barreling toward a government shutdown. Senator Slotkin talks to Dan Koh about: Her reaction to the tragic assassination of Charlie KirkHow shrinking access to health care and cuts to Medicaid threaten families in Michigan and beyondWhy economic security is the defining issue of our time – and why Democrats must center it to win back trustThe danger of Trump’s fea...

Donald Trump has sent the National Guard into Memphis. But will it reduce crime—or just serve as political theater? In this episode of The People’s Cabinet, Rep. Justin Pearson (D-Memphis) joins Dan Koh to break down what’s really happening on the ground: – Why Trump’s deployment is being called a “military occupation” – How poverty drives crime—and what actually works to reduce violence – The lessons from Baltimore and Memphis on youth investment, community programs, and public safety that l...

Donald Trump’s White House just delayed the release of the annual Consumer Expenditure Survey — the data that helps shape how inflation is measured. No new date. No transparency. In this episode of The People’s Cabinet, Dan Koh breaks down: Why this delay opens the door for Trump to manipulate interest rates and hide the real cost of livingThe history of Trump attacking independent data — from firing a BLS commissioner to pushing companies to scale back quarterly reportingWhy this isn’t just ...

Congresswoman Sarah McBride joins The People’s Cabinet to address recent political violence, rising attacks on the trans community, and the challenge of leading with hope in a divided democracy. Congresswoman McBride talks to Dan Koh about: Her reaction to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk — and why all political violence threatens democracyThe relentless scapegoating of the trans communityWhy coalition-building requires giving grace to “imperfect allies” instead of enforcing purity te...

Congressman Ro Khanna joins The People’s Cabinet to reflect on America’s dangerous political divides, the effect Big Tech has on democracy, and why Democrats need an inspiring vision to defeat Trumpism. Khanna shares insights on how bipartisanship can restore trust in government and why affordable childcare should be a priority. Ro talks to Dan Koh about: Why the antidote to Trumpism is statesmanshipHow algorithms are monetizing anger and what regulation should look likeHis plan for universal...

Free speech under fire, due process under threat, and Trump reshaping politics from New York to NATO. In this episode: The murder of Charlie Kirk — what it means for free expression, peaceful disagreement, and America’s democratic fabric.Trump’s due process rollback — from visa revocations to threats against dissenting voices.Epstein revelations — Trump’s denials, MAGA’s silence, and what the evidence really shows.NATO’s high-stakes moment — Russian drones downed in Poland, and why the allian...

Roland Martin, host of Roland Martin Unfiltered, joins The People’s Cabinet to break down how mainstream media normalized Trump, why Democratic strategists keep failing Black voters, and what it will take to mobilize communities for real change. Martin shares insights on the stakes for democracy and how truth-telling must guide journalism. Roland talks to Dan Koh about: Why mainstream media gave Trump a “free pass”The tendency of Democratic strategists to overlook Black expertiseHow Republica...

The latest jobs report shows just 22,000 jobs added last month — down from 73,000 last month and well below expectations. Led by a career BLS official who has served across administrations, the numbers are real — not fake, not rigged, as previously claimed by the President. And they reveal what Donald Trump doesn’t want to admit: his tariffs and policies are slowing the economy. Subscribe to The People’s Cabinet for more unfiltered breakdowns on politics, democracy, and the fights that matter.

Trump is reshaping America — from vaccines and civil liberties to Wall Street and New York politics. In this episode: RFK Jr.’s vaccine disinformation and $500M cut to mRNA research — plus how his anti-vax rhetoric fueled outbreaks.Trump’s ICE expansion, masked raids, and Stephen Miller’s deportation quotas — and why this is only the beginning.Trump’s 10% Intel stake — government as the world’s largest private equity firm, and the risks of his “socialist” moves.How Trump is working to orchest...

MSNBC Co-Host of "The Weeknight" and former Biden-Harris senior advisor Symone Sanders Townsend joins The People’s Cabinet to unpack why Democrats struggle to tell their story and how they can fight back. She lays out what’s at stake for democracy and why our message must get better. Symone talks to Dan Koh about: Lessons from the Biden-Harris White HouseHow misinformation and MAGA media distorts the public debateProject 2025 and the threats of TrumpWhy “substantive representation” mattersH...

Donald Trump claims he’s “pro-worker.” But his record shows the opposite. This Labor Day, we expose Trump’s worker hypocrisy and his anti-labor record: – Tried cutting $2B from Job Corps, a program helping at-risk youth find stable jobs – Eliminated $400M in senior job training, leaving older Americans behind – Signed an executive order stripping 1M federal workers of collective bargaining rights – Shut down coal miner health clinics, ending black lung screenings for workers Trump hangs his f...

Congresswoman Grace Meng joins The People’s Cabinet to break down what’s at stake when lawmakers return from recess. Meng explains the GOP’s shutdown over the Epstein files and the budget cuts that could reshape healthcare, public safety, and America’s global leadership. Meng talks to Dan Koh about: - Why Republicans abruptly recessed Congress to avoid scrutiny on the Epstein files - The September budget showdown and what programs could be on the chopping block - How GOP cuts threaten hea...

This week, Dan traveled to Nashville to debate ultra-MAGA commentator Tomi Lahren on crime, Trump’s record, and the future of American democracy. Host Dan Koh takes you inside their conversation — with analysis on what Democrats need to do better to win on the issues that matter. Koh takes you behind the scenes on the conversations about: Trump’s cuts to law enforcement — including $800M in proposed reductions, with $400M from the ATF and hundreds of millions from violence prevention programs...

Former FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins The People’s Cabinet for a conversation about the state of America’s disaster preparedness, what’s at stake this hurricane season, and why FEMA must remain nonpartisan in order to save lives. Criswell talks to Dan Koh about: - How FEMA has evolved since Hurricane Katrina — and where she fears the agency is slipping backwards - How FEMA positions resources for disaster relief and long-term recovery efforts - Lessons from Hurricane Helene, Texas...

Lots of talk about Trump, Powell, and the Fed lately — but not a lot of clear explanations. The Fed decides what you pay on your mortgage, car loan, credit card. Here’s what you need to know — and why Trump’s meddling could be a real problem.