(Crankers) Jen Psaki, former White House press secretary under President Joe Biden, has launched a new MSNBC prime-time show titled The Briefing with Jen Psaki. The program airs Tuesday through Friday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time, occupying the slot previously held by Alex Wagner Tonight. This transition follows Rachel Maddow’s return to a once-a-week schedule on Mondays .
The Briefing evolved from Psaki’s earlier program, Inside with Jen Psaki, which debuted in March 2023 as a Sunday show. Due to its success, it expanded to Mondays and eventually transitioned into the current prime-time format in May 2025 . The show focuses on providing in-depth analysis of political issues, featuring one-on-one interviews with newsmakers and aiming to offer clarity on complex topics.
Despite a strong debut, The Briefing experienced a decline in viewership during its initial week. The premiere attracted 1.2 million viewers, including 139,000 in the key 25-54 age demographic. However, by the second episode, viewership dropped to 1 million, with only 65,000 in the key demographic, reported NY Post.
Psaki’s move to prime time is part of MSNBC’s broader strategy to adapt its programming lineup, aiming to provide insightful political coverage during the evening hours. Her experience as a former press secretary and political commentator brings a unique perspective to the network’s offerings.
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