Democratic candidate for Governor of Wisconsin David Crowley joins Morning Joe following his upset win against DSA candidate Francesca Hong. Crowley discusses how his campaign plans to focus on affordability, reach out to progressives to unite Democrats across the state, and beat Republican candidate -- and 2020 election denier – Tom Tiffany.
AI:Following his victory over DSA-backed Francesca Hong, Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Crowley outlined a strategy to unify Wisconsin Democrats by addressing affordability and attempting to co-opt progressive voters ahead of November. His campaign aims to consolidate the party base to defeat Republican Tom Tiffany in the general election. This outcome follows a broader trend seen in recent primary cycles where the democratic establishment has managed to blunt the momentum of more radical socialist candidates, despite continued efforts from the red-green axis and far-left elements to seize control of state party infrastructures.Open
President Trump is declaring that the U.S. has total control of the Strait of Hormuz. However, Iran has directly refuted these claims, adamant that the Strait remains closed until Iran's conditions are accepted. #politics #straitofhormuz #iran
AI:President Trump has asserted that the United States maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz, a move that continues his strategy to secure vital maritime routes following ongoing tensions with Tehran. This escalation in rhetoric follows his previous indications that the Strait could eventually be declared U.S. territory once Iran is defeated. In direct response, Iranian officials have refuted these claims, insisting they maintain authority over the waterway and vowing to keep it closed until their specific demands are met, further heightening the risk of a protracted regional conflict.Open
New reporting on the conditions onboard the USS Lincoln that has been out sea since November 2025. MS NOW reported on how angry families of sailors onboard the Lincoln raised concerns over the safety of the sailors with reports of shortages of food and supplies. Now, the Military Times is reporting that some sailors have actually tried to jump overboard amid the extended deployment. The Morning Joe panel discusses the latest troubling developments.
AI:The Morning Joe panel addresses escalating reports of abysmal conditions aboard the USS Lincoln, where sailors are allegedly being treated "like trash" due to severe shortages of food and essential supplies during an extended deployment. The discussion follows harrowing reports that the crisis has reached a breaking point, with multiple service members attempting to jump overboard amid declining mental health concerns. Panelists criticized Defense Secretary Hegseth's response to the mounting scandal, which includes families of sailors confronting Navy leadership and alleging that their warnings regarding sailor safety were ignored by the administration.Open
A former Marine detained in Russia for more than four years, whose family said he was close to death, is finally free after President Trump called President Putin to organize the release of 32-year-old Robert Gilman. Plus, the secret flight swap to get President Trump safely out of Turkey was an even more elaborate production than first reported. This episode originally aired on August 11, 2026. Anchor Elizabeth Vargas delivers the biggest stories, without bias or opinion. Watch "Elizabeth Vargas Reports" every weeknight at 7p/6C on NewsNation. #VargasReports NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
AI:Marine veteran Robert Gilman has finally been released from Russian detention after four years of alleged abuse and near-fatal health conditions, a successful outcome secured through direct intervention by President Trump in a call with Vladimir Putin. The release highlights the effectiveness of the administration's strength-based foreign policy following previous successful repatriations like the one involving Marine veteran Robert Gilman mentioned in recent reports. Additionally, new details have emerged regarding the highly coordinated and secret security measures utilized during a flight swap to ensure President Trump’s safe passage out of Turkey.Open
The stalemate over the Strait of Hormuz continues as the war with Iran stretches further into its sixth month. President Trump yesterday – again -- insisted the U.S. has control over the key waterway. The president’s insistence comes despite Iranian claims otherwise and little traffic moving through the Strait. Meanwhile, the International Energy Agency yesterday warned that the reopening of the waterway is becoming increasingly urgent as oil stockpiles are depleting at a rapid pace. POLITICO’s White House reporter Myah Ward joins Way Too Early to discuss the latest.
AI:The ongoing conflict with Iran has entered its sixth month, resulting in a strategic stalemate regarding the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump maintains that the United States holds control over this critical waterway—a position he has reiterated despite Iranian defiance and a significant decrease in maritime traffic through the strait. As the standoff continues, the International Energy Agency has issued an urgent warning that global oil stockpiles are depleting rapidly, increasing the pressure to resolve the crisis and reopen the passage.Open
Senator Jon Ossoff points out that between regular leaks to the press and a White House full of advisors with self-interests and ambitions for 2028, it can hardly be surprising that details of secret protective measures surrounding the president are exposed to the public.
AI:Senator Jon Ossoff criticized the Trump administration's operational security following a recent scandal involving a sudden change to the President's flight plans due to an Iranian threat. Ossoff attributed the leak of sensitive protective measures to a chaotic White House environment characterized by constant press leaks and advisors driven by their own political ambitions for the 2028 election cycle.Open
Are accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione and his team looking to cut a plea deal with federal prosecutors? Rumors are swirling after both sides scheduled a conference with the judge this Friday. Los Angeles Magazine reporter Lauren Conlin joins "Jesse Weber Live" to explain how a plea deal may be a smart play. "Jesse Weber Live" brings a fresh, fast-paced, and often unexpected take on the day’s headlines, diving into the biggest stories through the lens of legal expertise.
AI:Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing a UnitedHealthcare CEO, is reportedly moving toward a strategic legal endgame as his team prepares for a scheduled conference with a federal judge this Friday. Following intense speculation and rumors regarding his defense strategy, legal experts suggest that Mangione may be seeking a plea deal to navigate the high-stakes federal charges. This potential move follows an increasing wave of developments in his case, including reports of a growing cult-like following surrounding him and ongoing debates over whether a plea agreement could effectively shield him from further state-level murder trials and much more severe penalties.Open
Reggie Wright, a former head of security for Death Row Records, joins NewsNation's "Jesse Weber Live" to respond to accusations made by Keffe D ahead of the Tupac Shakur murder trial. "Jesse Weber Live" brings a fresh, fast-paced, and often unexpected take on the day’s headlines, diving into the biggest stories through the lens of legal expertise.
AI:Former Death Row Records security chief Reggie Wright appears on NewsNation to deny involvement in the conspiracy to murder Tupac Shakur, responding directly to recent allegations and recanted confessions involving Keffe D as the legal proceedings and jury selection for the high-profile trial move forward.Open
Host Alicia Nieves is following breaking news out of the White House, where press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced she will step down from her role at the end of August. Meanwhile, in the latest primary races, there was a shift in the Democratic Party in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. 00:00 -- Introduction 03:00 -- Karoline Leavitt leaving as WH press secretary 16:53 -- DOT targets gamers, sees recruitment boom 22:08 -- Trump says Strait of Hormuz open 32:23 -- Democrats press AI giants on rogue agents 36:55 -- Postal service warns of hikes, closures
AI:White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced her intention to step down from her position at the end of August. This departure marks a significant transition for the administration's communications department as speculation grows regarding who will be chosen to replace her at the podium.Open
AI:MS NOW reports that Democratic officials are demanding explanations regarding a massive ring reportedly presented to President Trump. This development follows a series of coordinated attempts by leftist media outlets to frame the administration's activities through investigations into financial matters and personal property.Open
