Where President Trump stands after Comey's testimony

Jun. 09, 2017

Donald Trump’s defense team was quick to respond to fired FBI Director James Comey’s testimony Thursday. How effective was the defense of the president, and what does Trump face next?

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Credits

Guest:

McKay Coppins - staff writer for the Atlantic - @mckaycoppins

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Gina Pollack, Sarah Sweeney, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Christian Bordal, Quinn O'Toole

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