MSNBC PRESENTS: TRUMP’S FIRST 100 DAYS
MSNBC To Introduce Special Programming Through First 100 Days of New Trump Administration
Alex Wagner on Special Assignment Field Reporting Nationwide and Overseas on the First 100 Days of “Trumpland”; “The Rachel Maddow Show” to Return to Five Days a Week for First 100 Days; Jen Psaki to Launch New Podcast; Chris Hayes to Kick Off New Recurring Segment
Plus, MSNBC’s Special Coverage of the Inauguration Begins Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. ET
Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 – On Monday, Jan. 20, MSNBC will present wall-to-wall coverage of the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance and will kick off special programming for the first 100 days of the new Trump administration.
ALEX WAGNER TO REPORT NATIONWIDE AND OVERSEAS ON FIRST 100 DAYS OF “TRUMPLAND”; RACHEL MADDOW TO RETURN FIVE DAYS A WEEK DURING FIRST 100 DAYS
On the heels of her field reporting during the last 100 days of the 2024 presidential campaign, Alex Wagner will travel the country to follow the biggest stories as they develop in real-time during Trump’s first 100 days in office, reporting on the impact of his early promises and policies on the electorate for “Trumpland: The First 100 Days.”
Throughout the 2024 presidential campaign, Wagner served as MSNBC’s eyes on the ground for key political events that defined the 2024 election, including the 2024 Democratic National Convention and consequential presidential debates. Beginning next week, Wagner will again hit the road to meet with key figures shaping this critical moment in American politics, bringing her real-time and firsthand reporting to viewers across MSNBC primetime, specials, digital platforms and live events.
“This is a consequential next chapter in American politics. The moment we’re in requires us to cover the early days of the new administration from all over the country – from the nation’s capital, where policy is being implemented, to talking to those in key communities and constituencies impacted by those policies. No one is better equipped to bring those stories from the field to MSNBC viewers than our intrepid Alex Wagner,” said MSNBC President Rashida Jones.
During the first 100 days, Rachel Maddow will bring her signature voice and distinct perspective to the anchor desk every weeknight at 9 p.m. ET, offering viewers in-depth analysis of the key issues facing the country at the outset of Trump’s second term.
After April 30, “The Rachel Maddow Show” will return to its regular schedule of Mondays at 9 p.m. ET and Wagner will return to anchoring “Alex Wagner Tonight” Tuesday through Friday.
ADDITIONAL MSNBC PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS THROUGHOUT THE FIRST 100 DAYS OF TRUMP’S SECOND TERM:
- As MSNBC continues to expand its award-winning audio portfolio, MSNBC will launch “The Blueprint with Jen Psaki,” a new original podcast hosted by Jen Psaki. The podcast will take a deep dive into what lies ahead for the future of the Democratic Party after their brutal election season in 2024.
- “All In with Chris Hayes” will launch a new recurring segment, “Here Is What is True,” offering a standing straight-forward reality check for viewers on the news coming out of Washington and the growing chorus of misinformation that shapes political discourse.
- “Deadline: White House” host Nicolle Wallace will continue her “American Autocracy” segment with a new vantage on the first 100 days of the second Trump administration.
- “The Beat with Ari Melber” will offer expert fact-checking and analysis of the first 100 days of President-elect Trump’s second term in office while closely reporting on the Democratic response to the Trump administration, and their efforts following a sweeping 2024 electoral loss.
- “The ReidOut with Joy Reid” will follow the promises made by President-elect Donald Trump while on the campaign trail, highlighting the balance of power between the Republican majority and Democratic minority in Congress. Reid will focus on Trump’s proposed economic goals, education reforms, and plans on immigration.
- “The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell” will offer an in-depth analysis of the Congressional oversight unfolding over the White House in the first 100 days of President-elect Donald Trump’s second term.
- “The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle” will continue the show’s “Money, Power, Politics” segment while focusing on the influence the billionaire class may have on the Trump White House’s economic policy.
- “Inside with Jen Psaki” will focus on governors in Democratic states, looking towards the 2028 presidential election, President-elect Trump’s promises for actions he plans to take within the first 100 days and shed light on key members in the Trump administration and more.
- MSNBC’s recently launched “Trump’s First 100 Days” newsletter will continue to provide weekly updates and expert insights on the key issues and leading figures defining this second term.
PLUS, ON JAN. 20, MSNBC WILL PRESENT SPECIAL INAUGURATION DAY COVERAGE LED BY RACHEL MADDOW BEGINNING AT 10 A.M. ET
- MSNBC’s Inauguration Day coverage will kick off on “Way Too Early” with Ali Vitali at 5 a.m. ET followed by “Morning Joe,” co-hosted by Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski and Willie Geist, at 6 a.m. ET featuring in-depth reporting and analysis from top political reporters.
- Throughout the day, “MSNBC Reports” anchors Ana Cabrera, José Díaz-Balart, Andrea Mitchell, Chris Jansing and Katy Tur will report live from the Nation’s Capital.
- At 10 a.m. ET, Rachel Maddow will lead MSNBC’s live coverage of the 60th Presidential Inauguration. Maddow will be joined by Nicolle Wallace, Joy Reid, Ari Melber, Chris Hayes, Alex Wagner, Lawrence O’Donnell, Stephanie Ruhle and Jen Psaki.
- At 2 p.m. ET, Chris Hayes and Alex Wagner will pick up coverage, featuring the co-hosts of “The Weekend” – Alicia Menendez, Symone Sanders Townsend and Michael Steele.
- MSNBC.com and the MSNBC mobile app will launch a robust live blog featuring the latest developments and reporting, as well as analysis from MSNBC anchors, familiar columnists, and outside experts.
- Viewers can also stream MSNBC’s Inauguration Day coverage live on MSNBC’s YouTube channel.
AHEAD OF INAUGURATION DAY, MSNBC TO AIR AN ADDED PRIMETIME HOUR OF “THE WEEKEND” AND SPECIAL EDITION OF “VELSHI”
- On Saturday, Jan. 18, Ali Velshi will host a primetime inauguration preview special at 9 p.m. ET in addition to his regular hours of “Velshi” at 10 a.m. ET on Saturdays and Sundays.
- The Sunday, Jan. 19 program of “Velshi” will air a special edition show: “Velshi: The Players and The Policies of the Next Four Years,” examining those slated to lead the second Trump administration and the policies that will shape the future of America.
- The hosts of “The Weekend” – Alicia Menendez, Symone Sanders Townsend and Michael Steele –will host a primetime inauguration preview special at 9 p.m. ET on Sunday, Jan. 19, in addition to the regular airing at 8 a.m. ET on Saturdays and Sundays.
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