Gabbard’s embarrassing Obama spin

And Epstein accuser Maria Farmer tells Jen Psaki why she previously suggested the FBI look into Trump |

VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news Friday, Jul. 25, 2025 THE LATEST Tulsi Gabbard's desperate distraction attempt By Zeeshan Aleem Tulsi Gabbard's desperate distraction attempt By Zeeshan Aleem As President Donald Trump tries to quiet a rebellion from his own base over this administration's decision to withhold the Epstein files, his Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is going on offense.   Through memos and documents released both last week and this week, Gabbard is attempting to advance the claim that officials in former President Barack Obama's administration engaged in a "treasonous conspiracy" and "coup" attempt in 2016 by allegedly doctoring intelligence assessments that Russia sought to tip the election in favor of Trump, all with the purported goal of destroying Trump politically. Gabbard has recommended criminal charges, including against Obama himself.   Gabbard's new story that the Obama administration committed treason is nonsense, and while the reports bring some new information to light about the intelligence operations in 2016, they don't dislodge the many well-substantiated assessments indicating Russia intervened in 2016 to hurt Clinton and boost Trump. The timing of the release does suggests that Gabbard is scrambling to find some way to satisfy people in the MAGA base hungry for a new conspiracy theory as the administration tries to leave the Epstein story behind.   This is a preview of Zeeshan Aleem's latest column. Read the full column here. TOP STORIES ASHA RANGAPPA How the Supreme Court's 'rule for the ages' could impact Trump's Obama witch hunt Far from deterring such prosecutions, the court's "rule for the ages" has made them easier. Read more. JA'HAN JONES Some of Trump's fiercest backers absolutely hate his Musk-friendly AI 'action plan' The president's plan for an artificial intelligence-driven future has garnered backlash from allies who are disturbed by its tech bro-friendly proposals. Read more. JORDAN RUBIN Trump judge shows possible path to Trump winning a second round on birthright citizenship As the Supreme Court majority did last month, a federal appeals court judge's dissent avoided addressing the underlying merits of Trump's move. Read more. JA'HAN JONES After helping GOP-led Texas, Trump admin denies FEMA aid to another Democratic-led state The denial of federal money to assist Maryland's flood recovery continues a trend of spurning devastated residents in states with Democratic governors. Read more.   TOP VIDEOS THE BRIEFING WITH JEN PSAKI Epstein accuser Maria Farmer on why she previously suggested the FBI look into Trump WATCH NOW THE WEEKNIGHT WSJ: Purported Epstein birthday book also contains letter from former President Clinton WATCH NOW DEADLINE WHITE HOUSE Nicolle Wallace: 'Jerome Powell failed to be humiliated by Donald Trump' WATCH NOW ANA CABRERA REPORTS Deportees returned to Venezuela after prisoner swap with U.S. WATCH NOW MORE FROM MSNBC Nicolle Wallace is sitting down with some of the smartest, funniest, and wisest people she knows in her chart-topping podcast, "The Best People with Nicolle Wallace." This week, she speaks with Jeff Daniels about the trajectory of his acting career, choosing a life in Michigan over Hollywood, and the lack of a national moral compass in the Trump era. Listen now, and subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts for early access, ad-free listening, and bonus content. Sunday, MSNBC Films presents a new episode of "Leguizamo Does America," an NBC News Studios production. Host John Leguizamo is back for season 2, traveling cross-country to six new destinations and exploring the Latino traditions, cuisine, and political perspectives that form the fabric of each community. In episode 4, John heads to New Orleans. Watch Sunday at 9 p.m. Eastern on MSNBC.   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.   Download the MSNBC App: 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE