Senator John Curtis (R-UT) is demanding an investigation into Donald Trump Jr. after a Russian oligarch with close ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly bankrolled his wedding weekend. Also, ProPublica reports that the FBI's attempted bribery investigation into Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) was stalled under President Trump. Founder of Democracy Defenders Fund Norm Eisen joins Peter Alexander to weigh in.
During his speech to the United Nations General Assembly, President Trump asked if he should "annihilate" the Islamic Republic as the Iran war continues. Also, Trump says his 250-foot triumphal arch will serve as a “military complex.” Former U.S. Ambassador to the UN and former National Security Advisor John Bolton joins Peter Alexander to share his reaction.
The Morning Joe panel discusses the new details involving the Venezuelan immigrant shot in the back by ICE in Austion. Meanwhile, Republican Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar appeared to walk back he claims that President Trump ‘betrayed’ Hispanics, softening her tone after speaking with trump by phone over the weekend. Joe goes off on Republicans for ‘acting shocked’ that Trump is doing exactly what he promised with his ‘mass deportation’ effort. Progressive political influencer Carlos Eduardo Espina also joins the table to discuss the pulse of Hispanic voters in the U.S.
On the topic of embattled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), tells Morning Joe that Hegseth is “very, very good” at “kissing Donald Trump’s a—." Kelly, a member of both the Senate Intelligence and Armed Services committees who has repeatedly called for Hegseth's firing, says Trump appreciates Hegseth's praise.
Florida Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mark Wilson reveals why two new billboards along Chicago's Stevenson Expressway are sarcastically honoring Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker as Florida's "runner-up" Economic Developer of the Year as businesses flee the state.
- Kathie Lee Gifford recalls Billy Graham advising her to stay out of politics and use entertainment as her ministry, while reflecting on advocacy that helps change HIV testing policy. - Gifford opens up about aging, hip replacement, back surgery, stem-cell treatment and the fitness routine she credits with helping rebuild her strength. - She explains why she gravitates toward Nashville, describing a culture of creativity and kindness while reflecting on friendships with Dolly Parton and songwriter Brett James. - Gifford details her songwriting process and the story behind “I Knew It Would Be You,” which becomes a duet inspired by Ronald and Nancy Reagan for the Reagan film soundtrack. - She says some of the biggest projects of her…
President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, outlining his administration’s domestic and foreign policy agenda and making the case for American strength on the world stage. Trump highlighted the administration’s record on the economy, border security and military investment while discussing U.S. actions against Iran and developments in Gaza. He also laid out his approach to national security, international trade and achieving peace through American military and economic strength.
“Survivor Greece” contestant Stavros Floros recounts the terrifying moment a tour boat propeller struck him while spearfishing during production in the Dominican Republic.
