Way Too Early with Ali Vitali
Way Too Early with Ali Vitali covers the day's inside-the-beltway political news as well as the critical stories shaping the national conversation leading into Morning Joe.
Episodes
Trump campaigns in Arizona and Montana
October 15, 2026 – 5am:Trump campaigns in Arizona and MontanaTrump mocks affordability, lies about inflationFox News Poll: Trump approval falls to 36%Iran ramps up attacks on the Strait of HormuzICE rejects call for auto-activated body camerasFederal agents seized Rep. Omar’s phone, laptop in DC home searchUkraine’s Starlink satellite access abruptly restricted, Elon Musk blames White HouseMS NOW:
Judge indefinitely reverses White House media ban in big win for press
October 14, 2026 – 5am:MS NOW: Judge reverses White House’s ban on pressTrump rallies in Alaska as Senate race tightensTrump downplays affordability crisis at Alaska rallyOssoff & Collins face off in final Georgia Senate debateRough debut for new WH Press SecretaryMS NOW: ‘JD Vance is trying to connect with voters. Is it working?’ by Akayla GardnerKimberly Guilfoyle resigns as U.S. Ambas
Trump holds rally in Ohio for second time in 10 days
October 13, 2026 – 5am:Trump holds rally in Ohio for second time in 10 daysTrump says Russia & Ukraine agree to ‘energy ceasefire’Trump-Putin diesel deal draws bipartisan criticismSaudi Arabia probing air defenses after Houthi attackNYT: Elon Musk’s $276M midterm rescue mission for RepublicansTrump pushes $5,000 checks in new videoGOP Senator Mike Rounds scrubs Trump mentions on websiteTrump a
Trump attacks Zelensky as he receives major pushback on Russian diesel deal
October 12, 2026 – 5am:Trump continues red state rallies ahead of midtermsTrump says Russia & Ukraine agree to ‘energy ceasefire’Kyiv says attacks continue after Trump ceasefire claimTrump attacks Zelensky as he receives major pushback on Russian diesel dealJudge stops deportation of man shot by ICE in NYC for nowJudge: Pro-Trump taxpayer-funded ads must stopNYT: DOJ investigating TV networks
Debates in Michigan and Georgia dominated by personal attacks
October 8, 2026 – 5am:Trump approval continues to sinkDebates in Michigan and Georgia dominated by personal attacks, insultsMS NOW: ‘The Red State route to a Senate Democratic majority’ by Hunter WoodallICE agent shoots, injures man in car with child in NYCTrump says U.S. will not attack Iran before midtermsBucs beat Cowboys 24-16 for 1st win of the seasonJudge briefly extends White House access f
Trump tries to walk back 'take out' Los Angeles, San Diego comments at another Texas rally
October 8, 2026 – 5am:Trump rallies for Paxton in third Texas trip in a monthTrump tries to walk back 'take out' Los Angeles, San Diego comments at another Texas rallyThe Atlantic: Trump considering plan to strike Iran before midtermsUSS Lincoln returning home after prolonged deploymentIowa candidates face off in first debateWAPO: $500K in GOP spending does little to move pollsAXIOS: House GOP lea
Trump campaigns in Texas again as more races shift towards Democrats
October 7, 2026 – 5am:The Cook Political Report and Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifts key races towards DemocratsTrump to hold rally in San Antonio today for PaxtonTrump warns ‘some big surprises coming up’ in a few weeksSusan Collins and Troy Jackson face off in first Maine Senate DebatePlanned Parenthood PAC adds $1M to ad campaigns in Maine, MichiganTrump does not plan to reimburse taxpayers f
Trump rallies for Republicans in Nebraska
October 6, 2026 – 5am:Trump rallies for republicans in NebraskaTrump suggests letting Iran ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San DiegoPaxton claims DC is controlling his U.S. Senate campaignWhite House blocks POLITICO from Air Force One for Trump’s Nebraska tripTrump says Super PAC will now pay for taxpayer-funded adsTrump again encourages vote by mail after criticizing itPunchbowl News: ‘Jim Jordan seem
Trump reverses course, tells Republicans to vote by mail
October 5, 2026 – 5am:Trump reverses course, tells Republicans to vote by mailTrump voters say they are disappointed with President TrumpTrump to campaign in Texas on WednesdayGOP concerns grow over holding Texas Senate seatDNI Jay Clayton appointed as AI czar for new task forceUkraine and Russia trade threats as attacks intensifyIran warns of growing economic crisisOil shipments face new threats
Trump campaigns for candidates in Texas, Oklahoma
October 2, 2026 – 5am:Trump campaigns for candidates in Texas, OklahomaMS NOW: ‘Trump’s midterm blitz begins far from battlegrounds’ by Jake TraylorKarl Rove: Republicans ‘got to get focused’Hochul names State AG as special prosecutor in Cornell rape caseFamily of Renee Good sue the government over her killingU.S. deploys thousands of troops to the middle eastRFK Jr. launches $10M competition to p
Trump heads to Texas after Paxton called him a ‘drag’ in leaked audio
October 1, 2026 – 5am:Sen. Schmitt was warned that Jack Smith’s texts were unvettedTrump heads to Texas after Paxton called him a ‘drag’ in leaked audioTrump defends GOP convention after Paxton’s criticism Trump expands midterm tour to include deep-red statesTrump: done a ‘very bad job’ explaining economic recordCNN removed from press pool for Trump’s Texas, Oklahoma tripIsrael-bound plane f
GOP attempt at 'gotcha' moment backfires at Jack Smith hearing
September 30, 2026 – 5am:GOP attempt at 'gotcha' moment backfires at Jack Smith hearingSpeaker Johnson promises more of the same if GOP stays in control of CongressGov. Hochul calls for review of Cornell assault caseAustin man shot in back by ICE charged with assaulting an officer, appears in courtWSJ: Homeland Security money financed Pro-Trump television adsNYT: Five republicans won’t commit to c
FBI data breach fuels fears of harm to its employees: NYT
September 29, 2026 - 5amFBI data breach fuels fears of harm to its employees: NYTFBI co-deputy director Andrew Baileey resignsWar with Iran is entering its eighth monthMS NOW, CNN, POLITICO look to extend block on press banCornell sexual assault investigation to be reopenedPaxton defends plea deal in child sex abuse caseAXIOS: Mike Johnson to travel to 22 states in final midterm sprintSenate Major
U.S. Ambassador says Trump offered to sell arms to China
September 28, 2026 – 5am:Trump sats he expects U.S.-Iran talks this week: AXIOS5 arrested in UK on suspicion of preparing a terror plotNYT: U.S. Ambassador says Trump offered to sell arms to ChinaTrump’s taxpayer-funded political ads draw criticismTalarico calls Paxton to propose debate on Fox NewsOpenAI says models meddled with U.S. government sitesAnthropic CEO Dario Amodei has dinner with Trump
Trump hosts state dinner for Xi, praises Chinese state media
September 25, 2026 – 5am:Judge temporarily blocks Trump’s White House media banTrump hosts state dinner for Chinese President XiSemafor: ‘Trump-Xi meeting light on substance’ co-authored by Eleanor MuellerMS NOW, CNN blocked from covering White House Xi eventSenate Republicans block war powers billTrump’s FDA pick grilled on vaccines, abortion accessDHS defends ICE operations in TexasSemafor: ‘AI
Judge rules Trump must lift ban on media outlets
September 24, 2026 – 5am:Judge rules Trump must lift ban on media outletsKennedy Center closure extended for at least another weekTech leaders urge effort to protect against AI at UNTrump welcomes China’s XI with planeside ceremonyGOP Senate campaign arm shifts focus away from NC & GeorgiaToday: Trump’s FDA nominee to face questioningRep. Golden (D-ME) endorses Rep. Lawler (R-NY)Trump invites
Trump threatens to ‘annihilate’ Iran in UN speech
September 23, 2026 – 5am:Trump threatens to ‘annihilate’ Iran in UN speechU.S. and Iranian officials meet to discuss warTrump meets Middle East leaders amid Iran warRenee Good’s mother testifies on Capitol Hill, reveals she voted for TrumpGOP Senator calls for investigation into Donald Trump Jr.’s weddingPoll: Turek leads Hinson in Iowa Senate race, Talarico leads Paxton in TexasProPublica: Sen. C
Trump to address world leaders at U.N. General Assembly
September 22, 2026 – 5am:· Trump to address world leaders at U.N. General Assembly· War with Iran nears 8th month· Trump media ban lawsuit set for court hearing tomorrow· Trump meets with Mamdani, pressed on banning journalists from White House·  
Trump decides against joining Saudis strikes against Houthis: Report
September 21, 2026 – 5am:· Trump faces busy week of meetings as U.N. gathers· Trump to meet Zelensky, not scheduled to meet with Netanyahu this week· NYT: Trump decides against joining Saudi strikes on Houthis· Trump once again threatens Iran as was nears
FL GOP Congresswoman releases campaign ad critical of Trump’s immigration policy
September 18, 2026 – 5am:FL GOP Congresswoman releases campaign ad critical of Trump’s immigration policyPoll: Moody and Nixon tied in U.S. Senate raceSen. John Kennedy (R-LA) surprised he has to campaign in red statesTrump super PAC spends $100M in districts he won in 2024USPS stops work on system for mail in vote restrictionsJudge rules Trump administration must give 30-day warning for any Kenne
Trump lashes out after Fed raises interest rates for the first time since 2023
September 17, 2026 – 5am:Trump lashes out after Fed raises rates for the first time since 2023JD Vance pleads with voters: “Give us another chance”Trump threatens EU with new sanctions over CanadaMassie: Trump doing everything he can top lose electionHouse breaks early amid Hegseth impeachment pushWSJ Opinion: Why I’m Voting for a Texas Democrat by Karl RoveTrump hammers midterm message of crime i
Democrats grill FBI Director Kash Patel in contentious hearing
September 16, 2026 5am:Democratic Senators grill FBI director Kash Patel at hearingTrump blasts Supreme Court for vote by mail rulingTrump-appointed Kennedy Center board votes to shutter buildingCBO: Iran war has cost the U.S. more than $38BBloomberg: Trump has made more trades than all of Congress combinedAG Blanche accuses Democrats of fueling AI fearsSteve Bannon and Bernie Sanders demand AI re
Trump dismisses AI concerns as a 'hoax'
September 15, 2026 – 5am:Supreme Court rejects Trump’s vote by mail restrictionsTrump dismisses AI concerns as a 'hoax'Trump privately met with OpenAI’s Sam Altman in Dallas‘Clarity Act’ crypto regulation bill nears Senate voteMitch McConnell returns to Senate after long absencePentagon watchdog releases report on impact of Iran warWhistleblower: DHS voter probe may have broken state lawsNewsom sa
Trump double downs on $5,000 'pledge' to voters for GOP win
September 14, 2026 – 5am:Lawmakers return to Capitol Hill with packed agendaLawmakers face growing calls for AI guardrailsTrump is doubling down on $5,000 payment tom voters for GOP winSen. Marshall is booed by crowds as he defends Trump’s tariffsNYT: How Trump is wielding power to stifle speechTrump blames Ukraine for record-high diesel pricesNFL Week 1Anthropic CEO: AI Industry should slow downI
Trump's midterm convention wraps up with a pledge to cheat and calls for Democrats to be shot
September 11, 2026 – 5am:25 years later: Reflections on 9/11 terrorist attacksTrump to mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks at the PentagonTrump's midterm convention wraps up with a pledge to cheat and calls for Democrats to be shotTrump says he has no regrets starting Iran warSome GOP officials criticize Trump’s mail in vote restrictionsTeaching the next generation the lessons of 9/11Trump press
Trump promises voters $5000 for GOP win at Republican midterm convention
September 10, 2026 – 5am:Trump headlines Republican midterm convention, promises voters $5,000 if GOP winsTim Scott gives ‘animated’ speechDemocrat John Fetterman makes cameo at GOP conventionJames Talarico clarifies progressive positions in interviewPoll: Talarico leads Paxton by 5 points in Texas Senate racePoll: Jackson leads Collins by 3 points in Maine, El-Sayed leads Rogers by 3 points in Mi
U.S. strikes Iranian oil tankers after Tehran targeted Navy ships
September 9, 2026 - 5am: U.S. strikes Iranian oil tankers after Tehran targeted Navy shipsTrump bans some Canadian imports amid escalating trade warFinancial Times: Trump’s approval rating falls to 33%Survey: Americans deeply pessimistic about economyTrump drawing attention for ‘new account’ of what he says happened in the aftermath of the 9/11 terror attacksRival court rulings leave Missouri
Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. amid trade war
September 8, 2026 – 5am: Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. amid trade warTrump’s Labor Day posing spree on ‘Truth Social’Trump claims gas prices will drop when we ‘win’ Iran warToday: New Hampshire primaryAXIOS: Republican midterm convention speakers revealedGOP hopes midterm convention will boost voter turnoutOH Democratic nominee for Governor Amy Acton back campaigning after ar
VP JD Vance refuses to call Iran war a ‘war’ or give timeline for end to fighting
September 4, 2026 – 5am:VP JD Vance refuses to call Iran war a ‘war’ or give timeline for end to fightingPOLITICO: Republicans accept that Iran war will last past electionsVance downplays concerns over GOP convention no-showsTrump to Supreme Court: Allow mail-in voting restrictionsMissouri and Maryland State Supreme Courts hand Democrats redistricting winsNRCC rallies behind embattled Republican C
Trump, White House preparing for Democratic congress, investigations: Reports
September 3, 2026 – 5am:Iran fires on Gulf neighbors after U.S. strikesTrump floats renaming Strait of Hormuz to the ‘Trump Strait’WSJ: Hegseth extends Mideast deployments into 2027Trump, White House preparing for Democratic congress, investigations: ReportsDan Driscoll says yesterday was his last day as U.S. Army SecretarySen. Tillis (R-NC) calls on trump to replace HegsethJudge blocks Trump’s bi
Two House Democrats vote to save GOP agenda
September 2, 2026 – 5am:
Sen. Ed Markey wins Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary
Incumbent Democrats win primaries in Massachusetts
Two House Democrats vote to save GOP agenda
DHS Secy. Mullin says ICE agents could be sent to polling sites
U.S., Iran trade strikes as war enters 7th month
Financial Times: Russia helping Iran develop supersonic cruise missiles
MS NOW: Army Secretary’s re
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns
September 1, 2026 – 5am:
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns
Trump downplays resumption of Iran strikes
Bessent looks to G20 Summit allies for Iran sanctions support
Bessent: Canada too small to be in trade war with U.S.
Supreme Court allows Trump to continue ballroom construction
VP JD Vance calls Abdul El-Sayed ‘evil’ at Michigan rally
Talarico out-fundraising Paxton in Texas Senate race
U.S., Iran trade strikes for the first time in a month
August 31, 2026 – 5am:
U.S., Iran trade strikes for the first time in a month
WAPO: Military leaders want against extending Iran operations
Trump announces U.S.-Venezuela oil deal
Russian strike near Kyiv kills at least 37
NBC News journalists attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
Trump calls for ‘rebuke or punishment’ for NBC’s Kristen Welker
Treasury Dept. blocks some journalists fro
Iran war reaches 6 months with no end in sight
August 28, 2026 – 5am:
Iran war reaches 6 months with no end in sight
Judge gain blocks Trump’s bid to restrict mail-in voting
Speaker Johnson claims GOP has ‘extraordinary’ record to run on
USS Lincoln to head to port in Thailand
Newsweek: DNC Chair Ken Martin Won’t Let DC Insiders Define the Democratic Party
Investors await Fed Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole address
Trump continues oil and g
Trump hosts fundraiser for Ken Paxton in Texas
August 27, 2026 – 5am:
Deadly Nepal-Tibet mudslide
Trump hosts fundraiser for Ken Paxton in Texas today
Texas Senate Poll: Talarico leads Paxton in key districts
The Atlantic: Trump plans to buy midterm ads about his own record
Trump voter in Iowa says he is “over the Trump thing”
Actor Tim Curry dies at age 80
Tributes pour in for music icon Dolly Parton
Trump declares “mission accomplis
Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate runoff
August 26, 2026 – 5am
Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate runoff
Mike Mazzei wins GOP nomination for Oklahoma Governor
Poll: Just 13% of Americans ‘strongly approve’ of Trump
Music icon Dolly Parton dead at 80
Canada retaliates with up to 50% tariffs on hundreds of U.S. products
Alex Pretti’s family publicly calls for accountability for his death
China pushes back in new U.S. san
SCOTUS ruling on mail-in voting, Ted Cruz bucks Blanche on Abortion
August 25, 2026 – 5am:
SCOTUS allows Trump’s mail-in voting executive order to move forward
Bessent threatens new sanctions against Iran
Canada to announce retaliatory tariffs against United States
European leaders attend Ukraine Independence Day events
Most U.S. farmers set to lose money this year
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) bucks Blanche on Federal abortion rules
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) on his end
Trump's plan to lower beef prices sparks major backlash
August 24, 2026 – 5am:
The Economist/YouGov: Trump’s net approval rating is negative in 47 out of 50 states
Rancher, Republicans criticize Trump’s beef import plan
Trump downplays Iran war, touts economy at South Carolina rally on Friday
NYT: Minority Leader Jeffries and Jared Kushner met privately in NYC
Pentagon fires ‘Stars & Stripes’ leadership, reporter
Navy families evacuated from Bah
The White House deals with major economic pressure home and abroad
August 21, 2026 – 5am:
The White House deals with major economic pressure home and abroad
Trump Admin. Continues to blame Biden for economic issues nearly 2 years into second term
DHS has not verified claim of 16,000 non-citizen voters in Nevada: MS NOW
USS Lincoln heads home from middle east
Navy considering renaming aircraft carrier slated to honor Black Pearl Harbor hero… to honor Trump
Trump threatens Iran with 'Economic D-Day'
August 20, 2026 – 5am:
Trump threatens Iran with ‘economic D-Day’
Trump says he plans to meet with Kim Jong Un this year
Trump takes press corps on tour of White House pet projects
U.S. debt hits record high $40 trillion
Trump picks top WH aide Heidi Overton to lead FDA
Failed Minnesota Gubernatorial candidate Mike Lindell self-funds recount in Minnesota GOP primary
Trump claims he told Co
Trump says U.S. has no talks planned with Iran
August 19, 2026: 5am — Trump says U.S. has no talks planned with Iran
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Trump threatens Oman as it works with Iran on strait deal
August 18, 2026: 5 am — Trump threatens Oman as it works with Iran on strait deal
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Trump orders scale back of joint drills with South Korea
August 17, 2026: 5am — Trump orders scale back of joint drills with South Korea
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Wife of sailor who jumped overboard the USS Lincoln shares texts: MS NOW Exclusive
August 14, 2026 – 5am:
Iran latest: U.S. military has lost roughly 25% of its reaper drones: WAPO
USS Lincoln latest: Wife of sailor who jumped overboard shares texts: MS NOW Exclusive
Kennedy Center Board votes toad Trump’s name…. again
WWII Memorial vandalism
Trump to visit Long Island, NY highlight crime stats
Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty in court today
Mullin and Noem trade
Stalemate over the Strait of Hormuz continues
August 13, 2026 – 5am:
Stalemate over the Strait of Hormuz continues
CIA had ‘low confidence’ in Iranian threat against Trump: WAPO
White House Press Secy. Karoline Levitt stepping down
Republican Senate candidate Michele Tafoya says Minnesotans are ‘embarrassed’ of state
Fox News Poll: Maine Senate race remains competitive
Trump administration is urging Supreme Court to allow mail-in votin
MAJOR UPSET: David Crowley wins Democratic nomination for Wisconsin Governor, beats DSA candidate Francesca Hong
August 12, 2026 – 5am:
David Crowley wins Democratic nomination for Wisconsin Governor, BEATS DSA candidate Francesca Hong
Progressive Peggy Flanagan wins Minnesota Senate primary
Trump-backed Mike Lindell loses primary for Minnesota Governor
Darline Graham and Congressman Ralph Norman advance to a runoff for Senate in South Carolina
Iran latest: U.S. fires on ship breaking its blockade of I
Assassination threat against President Trump forced plane switch and secret flight from Turkey
August 11, 2026 - 5am:
Assassination threat against President Trump forced plane switch and secret flight from Turkey
Trump emphasizes economic pressure on Iran -- again -- as war and stalemate over Strait of Hormuz continue
Trump issues executive order seeking to reshape vaccine recommendations for children, medical experts criticize the change
Massive earthquake in Colombia leaves 100+ peop
Trump 'low-keying it' with Iran, focuses on economic pressure
August 10, 2026 - 5am:
Trump 'low keying it' with Iran, focuses on economic pressure: AXIOS
Israel rejects Trump’s Gaza plan
Cuba Task Force
Wisconsin voters head to the polls tomorrow to decide Democratic nominee for Governor
AOC declines to endorse Francesca Hong in Wisconsin
Tim Scott confronted over El-Sayed attack ads
DSA co-chair struggles to explain ‘taxing the rich’
GOP midterm st
Senate stacks agenda before recess
August 7, 2026 – 5am:
Senate stacks agenda before recess
GOP-led Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt
Rep. Andy Ogles loses his GOP primary in Tennessee
Trump signs new executive orders targeting birthright citizenship again
Iran latest: Oman, Tehran reach agreement on Strait of Hormuz
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Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan primary, calls for unity
August 6, 2026 – 5am:
Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan primary, calls for unity
Democratic party’s next test: Wisconsin
Iran says Hormuz deal with Oman in “final stages”
Trump, Hegseth clash over Iran missile depletion: The Washington Post
Senate panel to vote on holding Dr. Fauci in contempt
Trump dismisses affordability concerns in Las Vegas rally
Dozens of military family members have been
Michigan Senate primary race goes down to the wire
August 5, 2026 – 5am:
Michigan primary race
El-Sayed vs. Stevens: Too Close To Call
Other Primary races
Reflecting Pool latest
Trump refuses to say publicly if Pirro’s job is safe
Rep. Max Miller latest
Judge dismisses January 6th charges against OathKeepers
Senate Committee advances Blanches AG nomination
Iran latest
Rep. Chuck Edwards drops re-election bid in NC
Sen. Rand Paul pushe
Michigan voters head to polls for pivotal Democratic primary race
August 4, 2026 - 5am:
Michigan Primary
Virginia primary
Rep. Max Miller not dropping out
Trump: Pirro ‘choked’ in reflecting pool case
Washington wildfires
Second detainee death reported at Delaney Hall
Judge: NY can’t ban ICE agents from wearing masks
Blanche set to vote on advancing nomination to become Attorney General
Concerns about legal loopholes in Blanche’s order to rescind $1.77
Blanche reversal: Acting AG ends $1.776B fund and clarifies Trump tax deal
August 3, 2026 - 5am:
Blanche reversal: Acting AG ends $1.776B fund and clarifies Trump tax deal
DOJ drops reflecting pool charges
Republican Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio calls on his former son-in-law, Republican Congressman Max Miller of Ohio, to resign following domestic abuse allegations made by Moreno’s daughter
NYT: Trump most recent polling number hit a new low heading into midterms
Trump suggests pulling Blanche nomination amid GOP standoff
July 31, 2026 - 5am:
Trump suggests pulling Blanche nomination amid GOP standoff
Jay Clayton still hasn't taken office as DNI
Mandela Barnes quits Democratic primary race for Governor
Saudis form military coalition to deter Red Sea attacks
The U.S. economy slowed in the second quarter amid continued concern over inflation
Commerce Dept. takes equity stakes in 7 private companies
Anthropic
Todd Blanche nomination on hold amid GOP standoff
July 30, 2026 – 5am:
Todd Blanche nomination on hold amid GOP standoff
Dr. Anthony Fauci invokes the 5th Amendment more than 100 times in GOP-led COVID hearing
MS NOW Report: Secret Service agents were pressured to covertly surveil former FBI Director James Comey
POLITICO: Acting DNI Bill Pulte is reportedly looking for ways to keep his job a little longer, despite Jay Clayton being confirmed
U.S., Iran exchange NEW missile strikes in renewed fighting
July 29, 2026 - 5am:
U.S. and Iran exchange NEW missile strikes in renewed fighting
Trump & Netanyahu meet for the first time since Iran war started
Zelensky says he and Trump had "good meeting"
Pence gives his thoughts on Iran war
Recap of Lindsey Graham funeral
Jay Clayton confirmed as new DNI
The New York Times is reporting on a surge in immigration arrests taking place at airports acro
Mediators see progress in the talks to end the war between the U.S. and Iran
July 28, 2026 – 5am:
Mediators see progress in the talks to end the war between the U.S. and Iran
Trump set to meet with Ukraine’s President Zelensky
Trump set to meet with Netanyahu at White House today
Trump asks Supreme Court to allow his executive order restricting mail-in voting
Jay Clayton expected to be confirmed by the Senate today
Sen. Mitch McConnell reportedly not yet medically c
The U.S. and Iran pause attacks as mediators work to bring both sides back to negotiating table
July 27, 2026 - 5am:
The U.S. and Iran pause attacks as mediators work to bring both sides back to negotiating table
Trump heads to Michigan for rally ahead of state's August 4th primary
Seattle food festival shooting
Border czar Tom Homan says ICE vetting, training under review after Maine shooting
Troy Jackson was chosen as new Maine Senate Democratic nominee
Poll: Most Americans think th
U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 13th straight night
July 24th, 2026 - 5am:
U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 13th straight night
AXIOS: Trump says he is seriously considering restarting major combat operations in Iran
House adopts Iran war powers resolution, fails in the Senate
Trump adds new condition to Saudi Nuclear deal
Poll: Senator Ossoff leads Rep. Collins in Georgia Senate race
White House unveils new tariffs on 60 countries
Republic
U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 12th straight day
July 23, 2026 - 5am:
U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 12th straight day
Trump holds rally in Georgia to support Republican Congressman Mike Collins Senate bid
Congressman Jim Jordan accuses former Special Counsel Jack Smith of lying to Congress
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer interview: Trump "wants to end Democratic elections"
House passes annual Defense bill, reconciliation framework
Hegseth estimates cost of Iran war at $37.5B
July 22, 2026 - 5am:
Hegseth estimates cost of Iran war at $37.5B
Trump lifting ban on direct flights to Lebanon
Arizona primary elections recap
Trump softens stance of alleged China meddling
Senate Intel Committee advances Jay Clayton for DNI
House votes to extend government funding
Cyclosporiasis cases in the U.S. hit record high
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Recapping Blanche, Clayton Senate Confirmation hearings
July 16, 2026 - 5am:
Recapping Blanche, Clayton confirmation hearings
Preview: Trump primetime address tonight
House GOP releases $95B funding bill with no offsets they hope to pass before the midterms
More than 100 House Democrats vote to cut aid to Israel
VP Vance's Secret service security detail "fed up" with personal and family travel requests
U.S., Iran trade strikes for 5th straight d
U.S., Iran trade strikes for 10th straight day
July 21, 2026 - 5am:
U.S., Iran trade strikes for 10th straight day
Officials: Army vet started fire near NYC ICE Federal building
Trump hits Canada with new 50% tariff
Secretaries of State from across the nation brace for midterms
Sen. Darline Graham says she plans to run for full term
Democratic Candidate for Wisconsin Governor David Crowley joins Way Too Early for 1-on-1 interview
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Three U.S. servicemembers killed after Iranian attacks
July 20, 2026 - 5am:
Three U.S. servicemembers killed after Iranian attacks
latest on the Ukraine/Russia war
Andy Burnham to become new Uk Prime Minister today
Spain beats Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Who will replace Lindsey Graham in the Senate?
Maine Democrats begin the process of choosing the replacement for Graham Platner in Senate race
Oil prices rise
President Trump is
Trump made exaggerated claims about election vulnerabilities in his primetime address
July 17, 2026 - 5am:
Trump made exaggerated claims about election vulnerabilities in his primetime address
Todd Blanche meets with Epstein accusers
Trump's longtime teleprompter operator is believed to have participated in insider trading
Iran war latest
Andy Burnham set to become Britian's next Prime Minister
Paxton agrees to debate Talarico in Texas Senate race
Focus groups with Gen-Z vo
Blanche confirmation hearing and Trump's big primetime speech
July 15th, 2026 - 5am:
Preview: Todd Blanche AG confirmation hearing today
Trump's big primetime speech
ICE to suspend most vehicle stops after multiple deadly shootings
E. Jean Carroll receives $5.6M payment from Trump
Iran war latest
Preview: Jay Clayton confirmation hearing for DNI
SCOTUS Justices Kagan and Barrett testify on Capitol Hill
House votes to make daylight savings time perma
U.S. strikes Iran for third consecutive night
July 14, 2026 - 5am
U.S. strikes Iran for third consecutive night
Trump's Thursday primetime speech
Maine ICE fatal shooting
Two SCOTUS justices to appear before Congress
Federal judge criticizes President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS
Governor of SC appoints Lindsey Graham's sister, Darlene Graham Nordone, as his temporary replacement in the Senate
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U.S., Iran trade strikes over Strait of Hormuz closure
July 13, 2026 - 5am:
U.S., Iran trade strikes over Strait of Hormuz closure
Congressman Ro Khanna detained by settlers in the West Bank
The New York Times says several of its journalists were issued subpoenas after they reported on security concerns involving President Trump's new Qatari-donated Air Force One
New video raises more questions in Houston ICE shooting
Republican Senator Lindsey
U.S., Iran strikes intensify as officials say 'technical talks' with Tehran continue
July 10, 2026 - 5am:
U.S., Iran strikes intensify as officials say 'technical talks' with Tehran continue
WSJ: Israel shared intel with the U.S. that said it showed Iran was considering a new plan to assassinate President Trump
Calls growing for an independent investigation into deadly Texas ICE shooting
Graham Platner has still not formally dropped out of Maine Senate race
Growing number of
U.S. and Iran trade strikes for second day, Graham Platner drops out
July 9, 2026 - 5am:
Graham Platner drops out of Maine Senate Race
U.S. and Iran trade strikes for a second day
Trump says U.S. will let Ukraine make Patriot missiles
Judge says Trump must pay $5M to E. Jean Carroll
Kentucky Governor demands Republican Senator Mitch McConnell update the public on his health condition
Fed officials split over interest rates future
Poll shows majority of Amer
U.S. launches new wave of strikes against Iran
July 8, 2026 - 5am:
U.S. launches new wave of strikes against Iran
Trump criticizes NATO, threatens Greenland at Summit
Trump to meet leaders of Syria, Ukraine at Summit today
Mitch McConnell health mystery continues, top Republicans claims to have spoken to him
FIFA World Cup recap
Graham Platner latest
DOJ Alums urge Senate not to confirm Todd Blanche as AG
Matt K. Lewis joins on his p
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing calls to drop out after a woman accused of him of sexually assaulting her
July 7, 2026 - 5am:
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing calls to drop out after a woman accused of him of sexually assaulting her
Trump arriving in Turkey for start of NATO Summit
There are growing questions about the health of Republican Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky
DOJ plans to send election monitors to cities in Michigan ahead of its August primary
FIFA highl
Trump mixes patriotism and partisanship in July 4th speech
July 6, 2026 - 5am:
Trump mixes patriotism and partisanship in July 4th speech
Trump travels to Turkey tonight for NATO Summit
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Trump defends his earnings, U.S. and Iran continue talks
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Trump defends $2B+ earnings
Rep. Comer pressed on Trump's financial disclosures
MAGA voters voice growing frustration with Trump
Trump debuts Qatari-gifted jet as Air Force One
U.S. and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar
Russia carried out a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv overnight
NYT Poll: Control of the Senate is up for grabs
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The Supreme Court upholds Birthright Citizenship; Trump keeps pushing the so-called 'SAVE Act'
July 1, 2026 - 5am:
The Supreme Court upholds Birthright Citizenship
Trump keeps pushing the so-called 'SAVE Act'
House starts recess early after hardliners revolt over the bill
Trump announces GOP midterm convention in September set in Dallas
Colorado primary results
Financial disclosures shoe Trump made $1.4B in crypto-related income last year
Social Security faces major funding shortfal
Overview of Supreme Court rulings and what they mean
June 30, 2026 - 5am:
Overview of Supreme Court rulings and what they mean
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Latest on the twin-earthquakes that rocked Venezuela
US., Iran give conflicting claims on what's next in the negotiations
Democratic Socialist candidates hoping for more wins today in Colorado primaries
Ethics concerns over Trump buying $5M in stock of a taser company,
The U.S. and Iran agree to end the back-and-forth fighting around the Strait of Hormuz and resume peace talks
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The U.S. and Iran agree to end the back-and-forth fighting around the Strait of Hormuz and resume peace talks
The death toll is growing in Venezuela following two back-to-back earthquakes last week
Former Transportation Secy. Pete Buttigieg separated from children after false "swatting" report to Child Protective Services.
President Trump is set to nominate former Oklahom
U.S. Supreme Court hands Trump two major immigration wins, Iran escalates tensions striking ship in the Strait of Hormuz
June 26, 2026; 5am:
U.S. Supreme Court hands Trump two major immigration wins
At least 235 dead, more than 4,300 injured in aftermath of two earthquakes that rocked Venezuela Wednesday
Ukraine's long-range drone program is forcing Russian officials to adjust air defenses
Iran escalates tensions striking ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Judge blocks Trump's order restricting mail-in ballots
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Trump cancels signing of bipartisan housing bill sparking chaos, Venezuela rocked by two large earthquakes
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Venezuela rocked by two large earthquakes
Trump cancels signing of bipartisan housing bill sparking chaos
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte visits Trump in Oval Office ahead of NATO Summit next month
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kyiv is preparing a new phase of the war
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Mamdani allies sweep New York House Primaries
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Mamdani allies sweep New York House Primaries
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