The DOJ’s Job Is to Preserve Democracy, Not Attack It. With Rachel Maddow
The DOJ’s Job Is to Preserve Democracy, Not Attack It. With Rachel Maddow  
Podcast: Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast
Published On: Tue Nov 10 2026
Description: “Due process is not something that you grant people because you like them,” Rachel Maddow reminded an audience at George Washington University. This past weekend, she joined Chris to talk about her new book, “Department of Fate: The Promise, the Power, and the Collapse of America's Most Consequential Institution,” and to reflect on the ways in which President Trump has weaponized the Department to target political enemies. The two also considered whether we can expect a return to the rule of law thanks to the midterms’ “blue wave.” Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.