Jen Psaki: Why this Trump indictment is different

And, two Trump lawyers resigned following his indictment. But why? [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 10, 2023 [Why this Trump indictment is different]( [Alternate text] [By Jen Psaki]( In the weeks surrounding the first indictment of Donald Trump in Manhattan, any political repercussion seemed mild. It would be fair to argue that he was even helped by the indictment, in part because he called on the darkest, most conspiracy-laden — and yes, racist — elements of his base to go after Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. But this case is different. And the politics could be harder for Trump, for three reasons: It will be harder to paint Jack Smith as a partisan hack; the national security implications of the case are clear, and sobering; and several Republicans have already signaled their desire to take the indictment's allegations seriously. So, will Republican leaders acknowledge the serious reality of this situation and break with their disgraced former stander bearer? Or will they continue to hide in fear of the MAGA empire. [Read more exclusive insights from Jen Psaki here.]( And tune in to "Inside with Jen Psaki," on Sundays at 12 p.m. ET on MSNBC, plus catch new, original episodes every Thursday exclusively on Peacock.     TOP STORIES [Alternate text] [MICHAEL A. COHEN]( [DeSantis says Trump indictment is a 'mortal threat.' He couldn't be more wrong.]( If the GOP had its way, the work of ordinary citizens doing their civic duty would be thrown in the trash. [R]([ead more.]( [A photo of Trump]( [JORDAN RUBIN]( [Read: Trump indictment in Jack Smith's documents probe]( A federal grand jury voted to indict the former president on several charges related to his handling of classified documents. [Read more.]( [JA'HAN JONES]( [Pentagon officials say GOP's bigoted bills are hurting the military]( Republicans claim their cultural crusades are designed to make America great again. Truth is, they're just making America less safe. [Read more.]( [MICHAEL CONWAY]( These potential Trump indictment defense strategies reek of desperation]( Trump's indictment defense is in trouble — and the trial hasn't even started yet. [Read more.]( TOP VIDEOS [Alternate text] MSNBC]( [In rare public appearance, Jack Smith speaks on Trump's federal indictment]( IN [Two Trump lawyers resigned following his indictment. But why?]( RACHEL MADDOW]( [GOP congressmen's comments add to concerns about violence around Trump case]( 11TH HOUR]( [Friday Nightcap: Trump's week of legal woes & business wins]( [MORE FROM MSNBC]( [Alternate text] Tonight, Lester Holt, Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb host "Inspiring America: The 2023 Inspiration List," NBC News' annual primetime special to celebrate exceptional people making an impact. Watch "Inspiring America: The 2023 Inspiration List” tonight at 8 p.m. ET and Pacific on NBC, 10 p.m. ET on MSNBC and streaming on Peacock.   Monday, listen to the first episode of MSNBC's newest original podcast series, "Rachel Maddow Presents: Deja News." Rachel is back at the mic, this time with longtime colleague Isaac-Davy Aronson, to examine the ways history is repeating itself in today's headlines. Scan the QR code on your screen to listen to the trailer and follow "Rachel Maddow Presents: Deja News" now, wherever you get your podcasts.   This weekend on MSNBC SATURDAY - MSNBC’S “The Katie Phang Show”: Michael Cohen… Fmr. Rep. Denver Riggleman… Hugo Lowell - MSNBC’S “Velshi”: Fmr. Rep. Charles Dent… David French - MSNBC’S “SYMONE”: Sadie Gurman… Mo Elleithee SUNDAY - MSNBC’S “The Sunday Show”: Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.)… Fmr. Sen. Doug Jones (D-Ala.)… Jon Meacham - MSNBC’S “Inside with Jen Psaki”: AG Eric Holder… Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.)… Sarah Longwell   [Image] [Image] 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_daily) [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_daily)