Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki was asked during a recent MSNBC interview if she is afraid of being targeted by the Trump administration. Host Ali Velshi posed the question while discussing the risks faced by public figures in the current political climate. Psaki responded that she tries not to be fearful, except when it involves her children and threats made toward her home.
“I only get scared when it relates to my kids and threats I get at my home,” Psaki said. She added that she feels fortunate to live in a country where she can openly share her views, calling it “a huge gift.” Velshi agreed, saying that anyone with a platform in today’s society has a responsibility to use it.
Psaki, now an MSNBC host, has been a consistent critic of President Trump’s policies and communication style. Her comments reflect ongoing media tensions as the Trump administration continues to push back against what it views as partisan coverage from major outlets. The exchange also comes as journalists and commentators debate the limits of press freedom and the role of personal safety in public discourse.
While Psaki frames her platform as an opportunity to speak openly, her remarks reveal the deeply personal side of public engagement in a contentious political era. The discussion also highlights the broader media narrative that often frames the Trump administration as a threat—an approach that critics say undermines objective reporting.
