Trump's actions during the Capitol riot put Pence in danger — and national security at risk

The Senate is racing towards the end of former President Donald Trump's impeachment trial. [View in browser]( [Image]( February 13, 2021 The Senate is racing towards the end of former President Donald Trump's impeachment trial. But one of the biggest questions hanging over the proceeding is whether Trump knew how much danger former Vice President Mike Pence was in when he tweeted out one last threat during the Capitol riot. Trump's defense lawyers have said he didn't, but that's impossible, Marc Ambinder writes. Trump either knew and didn't care or ignored what his staff was telling him, because Pence had some of the country's closest-held nuclear secrets with him on Jan. 6. Given the chaos of the moment it is not inconceivable that Pence might have been separated from the military aide carrying during the "nuclear football" during the evacuation, Ambinder writes. "It is horrifying to speculate about this scenario because it is reasonable to envision exactly that might have happened." Read the full analysis at the top of your Saturday [MSNBC Daily.]( UNDERSTANDING THE NEWS [Alternate text] Top perspectives and analysis from our MSNBC columnists [Alternate text] Frank Figliuzzi [The Capitol rioters livestreamed their crimes. Their folly could change criminal law forever.]( Police and the FBI are working with social media to stop domestic terrorism, but it’s not enough. [Alternate text] Dr. Chris Pernell [The 'wait and see' period for vaccine skeptics has to end]( We know who's still skeptical. And we know how to reach them. WATCH NOW [Alternate text] [All In]( ['Trump went on': Senators grapple with compounding evidence showing Pence was put at risk]( [The Reidout]( [Joy Reid: Trump's defense was a 'culture war rant against so-called cancel culture']( [Katy Tur]( [Attorneys use video of Democrats saying 'fight' 238 times as part of Trump defense]( [MTP Daily]( [Some GOP senators 'worried' about personal safety if they vote to convict]( LISTEN NOW [Alternate text] [Into America](Harlem On My Mind This Black History Month, Into America presents a four-part series that follows the lives of Black creators during the Harlem Renaissance. In Part 1, Trymaine explores the story of Jacob Lawrence, a painter known for his depictions of the African-American experience, in conversation with art historian Dr. Leslie King-Hammond and artist Barbara Earl Thomas. MORE ON MSNBC [Alternate text] The second impeachment trial of Donald Trump continues today in the Senate. Brian Williams and Nicolle Wallace host MSNBC’s special coverage, featuring on-the-ground reporting and commentary from our expert panel of lawyers, political insiders and historians. Plus, at 8 p.m. Eastern, Ari Melber breaks down the day’s events, followed by more analysis with Joy Reid at 10 p.m. Follow our coverage live, beginning today at 9 a.m. Eastern. As the Covid-19 vaccine rolls out across the country, now is the time to make a plan so you’ll be ready to get vaccinated when it’s your turn. Our interactive and personalized state-by-state guide has everything you need to help you figure out when and where to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. You can also sign up for customizable alerts to let you know when you are eligible to receive the shot in your state. Visit [planyourvaccine.com](, or use your phone to scan the QR code for more. Tell us what you think. [Drop us an e-mail.](mailto:msnbc.digital.editors@nbcuni.com?subject=MSNBC Daily) Were you forwarded this email from a friend? [Subscribe to the MSNBC Daily here](. Follow MSNBC [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [LinkedIn]( Check out the MSNBC channel on Apple News Download the NBC News Mobile App and watch MSNBC [Listen live to MSNBC on TuneIn]( [Image] [Image] [Privacy]( [Unsubscribe](listvar=sub_daily)