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
An investigation that found multiple individuals whose names and signatures appeared on Lumberton Township Committee member Gina LaPlaca's nominating petition said they had not signed the petition or authorized anyone to do so for them,
AI:A New Jersey local official and her husband are facing scrutiny after an investigation revealed that several individuals listed on Lumbton Township Committee member Gina LaPlaca's nominating petitions claimed they never actually signed the documents or authorized anyone to act on their behalf. This case regarding allegedly false signatures in a primary election follows a broader pattern of election-related legal challenges and investigations into ballot integrity seen across various jurisdictions.Open
Lawyers for the man accused of killing political commentator Charlie Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University last year are now arguing that the alleged shooter did not put any of the thousands of attendees in danger — a point they say prevents him from being eligible for the death penalty.
AI:Defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating political commentator Charlie Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University, are arguing that he is ineligible for the death penalty. The legal defense contends that because the shooting did not place the thousands of attendees present at the venue in immediate danger, the most extreme punishment should be barred. This development follows recent reports regarding the overwhelming evidence against Robinson, including DNA and ballistics, which have been central to the ongoing prosecution.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
AI:Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has released a new campaign advertisement that is being widely criticized for its extreme cringe factor. This latest stunt follows a pattern of radical behavior from El-Sayed, including his associations with Sharia advocates and figures linked to the Nation of Islam, as well as his repeated calls for reparations and attacks on faith.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
by Diana Zapata • News Writer /Editorial Specialist Published August 13, 2026 Golden wheat grains representing Ukraine’s vital agricultural harvest, symbolizing the country’s role as a major global grain supplier and the growing threat to [...]
AI:The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has expanded beyond territorial disputes into a global struggle for control over the world's food supply, as the war increasingly targets vital agricultural resources. With Ukraine serving as a critical global grain supplier, the ongoing hostilities now directly impact international food security and market stability.Open
The intended parents wanted the surrogate mother to have an abortion once they learned it had a heart defect. A Texas court on Tuesday ordered that the baby receive lifesaving care once born.
AI:A Texas court has issued a landmark ruling mandating that a newborn baby with a heart defect must receive life-saving medical treatment, directly countering the wishes of the intended parents who sought to use a surrogate to terminate the pregnancy upon discovering the fetal abnormality. This decision marks a significant legal intervention in the ongoing battle over surrogacy and reproductive rights, specifically regarding whether biological parents can compel an abortion due to medical complications or disabilities. The ruling follows a series of high-profile disputes involving surrogates and intended parents in Texas, highlighting a growing judicial pushback against efforts to use abortion as a tool to prevent the birth of children with…Open
No one is calling out the Texas Democrat for using fake tough talk to mask intentions to restore Joe Biden’s disastrous open border.
AI:Texas Democrat James Talarico is utilizing deceptive rhetoric regarding border security to mask a legislative agenda that would effectively reinstate the disastrous open-border policies seen during the Biden administration, threatening to trigger another massive migrant crisis.Open
The Trump administration is doing its best to creatively prevent birthplace citizenship for foreign nationals despite the recent SCOTUS ruling.
AI:Despite a recent Supreme Court refusal, the Trump administration is actively seeking creative legal and administrative avenues to combat the exploitation of birthright citizenship for foreign nationals. This ongoing push aims to close loopholes that allow non-citizens born on American soil to claim immediate citizenship, continuing the administration's broader effort to secure the borders and end systemic immigration abuse.Open
