‘Real Pain’

September 30, 2025 7pm: The Weeknight hosts talk to two retired Generals after Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivered a dangerous politicized speech to America’s military leaders. Plus,  Sen. Chris Coons talks about negotiations in the Senate as the government barrels towards a shutdown. And as Trump doubles down on his retribution campaign against his perceived enemies, two Dems have introduced new legislation aiming to safeguard the independence of the Justice Department from the presidency. One of those Dems, Rep. Dan Goldman, joins The Weeknight to discuss.

 

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