October 18, 2026; 12pm: The Trump administration is trying to restrict and intimidate voters all the way up to the midterms finish line. Jacquelyn Lopez is the General Counsel for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee which has filed a federal lawsuit to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE and FBI agents to polling places. She explains why Americans need to hold firm when protecting the vote; Independent Nebraska Senate nominee is neck and neck with his Republican opponent. He breaks down how he plans to secure an edge with only 16 days until the midterms; Jacob heads to Mr. Bones' Pumpkin Patch in Culver City, California for today’s episode of “Prediction Markets.” Cerise Castle and Lauren Bans join to react to predictions about the midterm results, inflation, Elon Musk and more.

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October 18, 2026; 11am: The Trump administration appears to be preparing to revoke Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s citizenship. While this is outrageous at face value, this is so much bigger than Omar – it's about authoritarian intimidation that could be wielded against all Americans. Omar’s colleague Rep. Joaquin Castro reacts to the latest example of Trump’s retribution campaign against his political enemies; MS NOW’s Maya Eaglin introduces us to some everyday Americans working to defend democracy in their free time; In such a divisive time in society, connecting with people is especially important now. Sam Fragoso explains why we must continue talking and listening to each other ahead of the midterm elections.

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October 18, 2026; 10am: Democracy was the main character this weekend as thousands of Americans took to the streets for the fourth national wave of No Kings Day just over two weeks away from the midterms. California Attorney General Rob Bonta explains how he is holding the Trump administration accountable in his state as it continues to interfere with the elections; The Trump administration keeps saying its mass deportation agenda is targeting the “worst of the worst,” but it continues to target extremely vulnerable populations. Anna Clark reports on the latest vulnerable population being targeted by ICE – women trying to escape domestic abuse; Jacob breaks down where GOP megadonors are funneling their money this election cycle and explains why we need to keep following the money; The economy and the devastating affordability crisis is a top voter issue this year and more people are getting on board with programs that make life easier. Paid Leave For All founding director, Dawn Huckelbridge, explains why her program is no exception.

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October 17, 2026; 12pm: The No Kings movement has launched its fourth major national day of action, with over 3,000 planned rallies in states across the entire country. Rosa Flores brings us to a rally in Dallas to hear why voters came out today; Cherie Shore and Meredith Pominville spend their Sundays holding up signs on freeways as a unique form of protest. They explain why they do it and the impact it has had so far; NEZZA was set to sing the national anthem at Dodger Stadium as ICE was wreaking havoc in LA. She bravely sang it in Spanish to send a message of pride and defiance, explain NEZZA and Cristina Costantini. Her bold choice is the focus of a brand new documentary, “La Tierra del Valor,” which translates to “The Home of the Brave.”

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October 17, 2026; 11am: History shows us that those who protest are defending the foundational truths of our democracy. Maria Ressa explains why we need to keep dissent ever-present because it has been the catalyst for progress and change for generations; State Rep. Justin Pearson (D-TN) reacts to the deadly school shooting in Oregon this week and speaks to the power of protest as Americans take to the streets today for No Kings rallies; Mariana van Zeller is out with a new documentary investigating the dark world of romance scams. She spotlights the importance of investigative journalism and the real difference it makes for society.

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October 17, 2026; 10am: With 17 days left until midterms, Americans are taking to the streets nationwide to rally in support of early voting and democracy. Maya Eaglin gives a live look into a rally kicking off in Atlanta and Akayla Gardner joins live from a rally in West Palm Beach, Florida. LaTosha Brown and Leah Greenberg share what kind of numbers they are anticipating in today’s rallies and their end goal for voter registration; Instead of making Russia pay for its war in Ukraine as lawmakers and President Trump agreed on, Trump is giving Russia a pass. Mariia Ulianovska reflects on the devastation in Ukraine and what this development means for the people there; Major ICE operations in California are taking a toll on the agriculture industry. Teresa Romano lays out the many red flags we should all be concerned about, even if you don’t live in California.

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October 11, 2026; 12pm: There have been many crucial moments in history that have been paired in our memories with a symbolic image. Shepard Fairey, the artist behind Obama’s famous ‘Hope’ poster, explains the importance of using art as a form of dissent and how it is an accessible form of protest for everyone; Florida has become one of the toughest states for Democrats to win. State Rep. Angie Nixon, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Florida reacts to new polling that has her within striking distance of her opponent; Jacob heads to USC for this week’s edition of Prediction Markets to speak to students about the midterms, the Cornell 7, climate change and more. Elise Hu and Charlie Shaughnessy join to react.

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October 11, 2026; 11am: Texas Democratic gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa explains why voters should choose her as their next governor; Maine Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson explains why he thinks he can unseat Senator Susan Collins; Filmmaker Yuval Abraham discusses his new film ‘Naza,’ which showcases how the Israeli military has been targeting civilians in Gaza and conducting mass casualty events as its strategy of war.

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