It has been just over a month since the Trump administration's immigration crackdown focused in on Chicago. Since then, videos of residents interactions with ICE agents are flooding the internet and painting a picture of escalating tensions there and in newly targeted Portland, Oregon. This video that we want to show you was from a local news producer apparently tackled to the ground by agents.Another appearing to show a US citizen pulled from her vehicle and arrested for assaulting a federal agent. Bystand ...

Today marks the start of a new round of President Trump's tariffs going into effect this morning. New fees on imported furniture and kitchen cabinets along with wood and timber. Critics say the tariffs, which could reach as high as 50% on some items, could take a huge toll on consumers, especially if you're renovating your house.Joining us now, Ernie Tedeski, uh the director of the economics and budget lab at Yale University. Ernie, these new tariffs are meant to help spur more domestic logging and furnitur ...

But let's break down all of this with MSNBC senior Capitol Hill correspondent and host of Way Too Early, Alli Vitali, MSNBC's Laura Baron Lopez at the White House for us. Our correspondent Ariel Hixon on the ground at the National Mall and senior writer at the Dispatch, David Ducker. Ally, uh, we're at the two week mark. Hard to believe that. And things at the leadership level seemed seem like they're gridlocked more than ever. Hard to believe and yet quite obvious given the fact that both sides have been v ...

Core Argument - The article discusses the current state of American patriotism and national identity, suggesting it's under threat due to division and differing interpretations of founding ideals [1][2][4][6] - It highlights a tension between the traditional, idea-based definition of American identity and a more nativist view emphasizing ancestry [2][3][4] - The piece argues that leaders' actions and rhetoric contribute to a sense of exclusion and conditional acceptance of new citizens [4] Societal Division and Political Climate - The conversation acknowledges significant division within American society, comparing it to the Civil War era [1] - It points to social media algorithms and political leaders as potential drivers of division, though not necessarily reflecting genuine hatred among people [9][10] - The discussion touches on the extremes of both the right and left, with some on the right abandoning liberal democracy and some on the left constantly criticizing its flaws [12][13][15] Education and Ideology - The article references concerns about ideological education in schools, with examples of "runaway wokeism" and an "undemocratic backlash" [14][17] - It mentions parents' anxieties about their children being "cancelled" for expressing dissenting opinions in college [19] - The piece advocates for a balanced education that acknowledges both the positive and negative aspects of American history, rejecting the extremes of either solely focusing on historical injustices or solely on idealized narratives [20]

US Marine and Army veteran and oyster farmer Graham Platner is challenging Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine for her seat in the 2026 midterms. Graham has hit the ground running since launching his campaign, hosting over 20 town halls across the state and has attempted to appeal to Trump voters. Take a look.>> So, what's your plan for the illegals that are in this state that get free benefits. >> They go [Applause] free. >> If you listen to what she was saying, >> just hear me out. If you listen to ...

Middle East Peace & Ceasefire - A ceasefire has been achieved between Israel and Hamas, with the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners [1] - The "day after" in Gaza involves a transition to non-Hamas governance, disarmament of Hamas, and the creation of a technocratic leadership and a security force [1] - The underlying causes of the war still exist, including Hamas's desire for the destruction of Israel [1] - President Trump aims for Gaza to be demilitarized and Hamas to be disarmed, though Hamas has not agreed to this [1] - Major Arab and European countries back the vision of a transition to a stable post-Hamas Gaza [1] - The implementation of the peace deal requires international support [1] US Domestic Policy & Immigration - Trump's mass deportation scheme is facing backlash, even from within his own coalition [3][4] - The policy involves arresting people with no criminal records, including those who have been in the country for 20 years [3][4] - Some critics suggest finding a pathway to citizenship for productive members of society [4] - ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) is conducting military-style operations in cities like Chicago [4][9] - Out of 1,000 arrests made in Chicago, detailed information was provided for only 10 men (1%) with criminal backgrounds [5] - There are reports of ICE agents detaining individuals, including a US Marine's parents, and conducting operations near churches [4][50] Political & Legal Issues - Trump is pushing for the prosecution of his political opponents, including Letitia James and Adam Schiff [36][37] - Concerns are raised about the abuse of power to charge and jail opponents, similar to autocratic regimes [38][39] - The Department of Justice (DOJ) is accused of being influenced by Trump to pursue these prosecutions [43] - There are allegations that the Trump DOJ swapped in a new prosecutor to pursue cases that were previously not pursued due to lack of evidence [46] - Tish James, New York Attorney General, is facing attacks for doing her job, but vows to continue fighting for justice [20][34]

All right. So, President Trump's handpicked US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Lindseay Hagan, is making moves that some are describing as radical reshaping of the office. Let's get the details now from MSNBC justice and intelligent correspondent Ken Delaneian.So, Ken, this latest move involves Haligan removing a senior prosecutor in Virginia. What can you tell us. Good morning, Ma.Yes, Lindsay Halligan has removed, as we understand it, the first deputy in the office, a woman named Maggie Cle ...

Welcome back. As we've been discussing this morning, we're now in the second week of a government shutdown, and there's still no end in sight. Americans are starting to feel the effects.In a small town near West Point, a group of women are working together to keep their community fed during this shutdown. Our MSNBC investigative correspondent Mark Santia shows us how they're doing just that. Welcome to Highland Falls, New York.This village of 3,000 people sits just outside the main gate of West Point. It's ...

VITALI ON THIS. >> TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14TH. >> AND.>> WE'LL START WITH THE NEWS OVERSEAS THAT WE WERE TRACKING IN REAL TIME YESTERDAY. LEADERS FROM MORE THAN 20 COUNTRIES MET IN A. COASTAL EGYPTIAN RESORT TOWN, HOURS AFTER HAMAS RELEASED THE 20 REMAINING.>> ISRAELI HOSTAGES. >> THE SUMMIT WAS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THE CEASEFIRE BROKERED BY THE UNITED STATES, TO BRING AN END TO THE FIGHTING BETWEEN ISRAEL. >> AND HAMAS >> IT WAS ALSO DESIGNED TO HELP ESTABLISH A LONG TERM VISION FOR GOVERNING.>> AND REBUILDING G ...

International Relations & Potential Conflicts of Interest - The U S President allegedly discussed setting up a meeting between the Indonesian President and his son, Eric Trump, who manages the Trump family business, raising concerns about conflicts of interest [1][2] - The Trump family has business ventures in Indonesia, including a new golf course deal, potentially influencing the President's actions in his official capacity [3] - Qatar gifted Trump a $400 million luxury jet, and the U S will respond as if attacked if Qatar is attacked, essentially granting them "fake NATO membership" [5] - The U S is building a Qatari Amiri Air Force facility at Mountain Home Air Base in Idaho, sparking confusion and requiring clarification from the Secretary of Defense [6][7] Financial & Economic Implications - The U S Treasury Secretary sent $20 billion of taxpayer money to Argentina to bail out their currency, which has already dropped 27% in value this year [10] - The IMF has bailed out Argentina 23 times, and the country owes the IMF more money than any other country on Earth [11] - There are concerns that the $20 billion bailout of Argentina may be lost, as markets reacted negatively even after the infusion [13] - Two American billionaires close to the Treasury Secretary stand to gain from the U S taxpayer propping up Argentina's economy [15] Domestic Impact - The U S government is shut down, while the U S is funding another country's government [9] - The $20 billion bailout of Argentina is occurring while domestic services like Yellowstone and TSA are affected by the government shutdown [16]