Jeffrey Epstein client Leon Black defied a subpoena and refused to testify before the House Oversight Committee today. The committee's GOP Chairman James Comer says there is also a separate push to get Attorney General Todd Blanche to answer questions in the Epstein probe. Epstein survivor Danielle Bensky and National Director of World Without Exploitation Lauren Hersh join Alicia Menendez to discuss more.
Legendary feminist activist Gloria Steinem has died at 92 years old. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton joins Morning Joe to reflect on the life and legacy of the late pioneering feminist and activist. Former Vice President Kamala Harris joins Peter Alexander to pay tribute to the late feminist icon. House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joins Peter Alexander to reflect on the life and legacy of legendary feminist icon. MS NOW Senior Capitol Hill Reporter Ali Vitali and Contributing Writer for The New York Times Opinion Molly Jong-Fast join Stephanie Ruhle to reflect on Steinem's life and legacy.
Following a report by journalist and MS NOW contributor Pablo Torre and subsequent investigation, the NBA is punishing the Los Angeles Clippers for violating salary cap rules for two-time Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard. The league is suspending owner Steve Ballmer for one year, fining the team $30 million and forcing the team to forfeit five first-round draft picks. Torre tells Morning Joe the scheme is “deeper than even I realized” and therefore more undeniable as Ballmer continues to claim his own innocence.
The case is the first known instance of the Justice Department seeking to prosecute a federal immigration officer for their actions during the operation.
Fox News Media said longtime Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo is leaving the network in a surprise announcement Thursday. Why it matters: Bartiromo is considered one of the network's most high profile hosts. - The unexpected departure prompted questions about whether she would join the Trump administration. - Bartiromo has developed a strong rapport with the president over the last decade. What they're saying: In a statement, Fox News Media said, "We thank Maria for her work over the last 12 ½ years and wish her all the best on her next chapter." What to watch: Bartiromo is considered one of the most influential figures in conservative media. Whether she decides to shift into a more political role remains to be determined. Editor's…
Fox News Media said longtime Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo is leaving the network in a surprise announcement Thursday. Why it matters: Bartiromo is considered one of the network's most high profile hosts. - The unexpected departure prompted questions about whether she would join the Trump administration. - Bartiromo has developed a strong rapport with the president over the last decade. What they're saying: In a statement, Fox News Media said, "We thank Maria for her work over the last 12 ½ years and wish her all the best on her next chapter." What to watch: Bartiromo is considered one of the most influential figures in conservative media. Whether she decides to shift into a more political role remains to be determined. Editor's…Open
Billionaire Leon Black is suing the House Oversight Committee to block future subpoenas in its Jeffrey Epstein probe. Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA), member of the Oversight Committee, joins Alicia Menendez to discuss the move.
The first mail-in ballots will be sent out Friday amid an ongoing legal fight over how the USPS will handle them. The New York Times is also reporting that DHS is beginning a blitz to find elusive voter fraud before November. MS NOW Senior Legal Reporter Lisa Rubin, former Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security at the DOJ Mary McCord and New York Times Reporter Nick Corasaniti join Alicia Menendez to discuss the latest.
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) says he is "really worried" the Democrats will flip the Senate as polling shows increasingly tight races in key states. MS NOW Chief Political Reporter Chris Jansing and political strategist Sawyer Hackett join Alicia Menendez with their analysis.
