Jen Psaki: Trump's verdict exposes a broken GOP

Republican leaders are flocking to his defense

VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news with Jen Psaki VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news with Jen Psaki Saturday, June 01, 2024 Trump's verdict exposed a functioning justice system — and a broken political one By Jen Psaki While the pace of justice may move slowly, this week was a reminder that our system does still have the capacity to hold Americans, no matter who they are, to account.   Just after 5 p.m. on Thursday evening, a jury of 12 everyday Americans found former President Donald Trump guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records.   But while our justice system remains intact, our political system is eroding thanks in large part to Trump's grip on the Republican Party. Just moments after the verdict, House Speaker Mike Johnson called it a "shameful day in American history."   South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, a Trump vice presidential hopeful, said the verdict was an "absolute injustice." Longtime Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham called it a "rigged verdict."   And Rep. Byron Donalds of Florida went on television Friday morning to attack the jury — those regular, randomly selected citizens just trying to fulfill their civic obligations.   So yes, justice has been served through a lengthy, but fair process. But it also highlighted the bad intentions of a party — now led by a man with a felony conviction — that is not only bad for our institutions, but dangerous for those who serve in them.   Read more exclusive insights from Jen Psaki here. And tune into "Inside with Jen Psaki" Mondays at 8 p.m. ET, and Sundays at 12 p.m. ET on MSNBC. TOP STORIES MICHAEL A. COHEN Trump's conviction is likely to be more than just a political flesh wound We're entering unprecedented political territory: Never before has a major party's presidential nominee been convicted of a felony. Read more. ANDREA GRIMES Texas Republicans have a terrifying new party platform There are many, many horrors to behold in the latest platform. Read more.  JA'HAN JONES RFK Jr. tried to whitesplain the Confederacy. It didn't go well. Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. offered praise for members of the Confederacy that sought to secede from the United States. Read more.  DANIELLE CAMPOAMOR Why Kim Kardashian's daughter just became the symbol of 'nepo baby' privilege Kim Kardashian and Ye's eldest daughter made her stage debut last weekend to mixed reviews. But North isn't the problem here. Read more.         TOP VIDEOS THE REIDOUT 'Right decision': Biden announces Gaza ceasefire plan right after addressing Trump's guilty verdict WATCH NOW KATY TUR Stormy was 'pretty emotional' over verdict: Daniels' lawyer speaks out on Trump's felony conviction WATCH NOW ALL IN Republicans face 'mob-style' push to fall behind Trump after guilty verdict WATCH NOW THE BEAT WITH ARI See Trump's conviction broken down by Watergate icon Bob Woodward with Ari Melber WATCH NOW MORE FROM MSNBC A bonus episode of "Uncounted Millions: The Power of Reparations," is now available. Host Trymaine Lee sits down with Pulitzer prize-winning writer Nikole Hannah-Jones and acclaimed columnist Michael Harriot at the 92nd Street Y in New York, to discuss whether reparations can — and should — be a reality for Black America. Listen to the bonus episode and the full series now. Tomorrow, MSNBC presents "Prosecuting Donald Trump: Witness to History," a personal look inside the courtroom of the New York criminal trial featuring eyewitness accounts from Rachel Maddow and team, who experienced the trial first-hand. Plus, expert legal analysis led by Andrew Weissmann. Watch "Prosecuting Donald Trump: Witness to History" tomorrow at 9 p.m. ET on MSNBC and streaming on Peacock. MSNBC INSIGHTS Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! Join the MSNBC Insights Community. This weekend on MSNBC SATURDAY MSNBC's "The Weekend" at 7am ET: Michael Cohen… Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.)… Lachlan Cartwright… Susanne Craig… Katie Phang MSNBC's "PoliticsNation" at 5pm ET: Fmr. Attorney for Donald Trump Joe Tacopina… Kwame Jackson… Yusef Salaam SUNDAY MSNBC's "Inside with Jen Psaki" at 12pm ET: James Comey… Danya Perry… Biden-Harris Communications Director Michael Tyler MSNBC's "The Sunday Show" at 6pm ET: Harry Litman… Christina Greer… David Ignatius MSNBC presents "Prosecuting Donald Trump: Witness to History" at 9pm ET *Subject to change 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE