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“Way Too Early” covers both the day’s inside-the-beltway political news as well as the critical stories shaping the national conversation leading into “Morning Joe.”

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Mediators see progress in the talks to end the war between the U.S. and Iran

July 28, 2026 – 5am: Mediators see progress in the talks to end the war between the U.S. and Iran Trump set to meet with Ukraine’s President Zelensky Trump set to meet with Netanyahu at White House today Trump asks Supreme Court to allow his executive order restricting mail-in voting Jay Clayton expected to be confirmed by the Senate today Sen. Mitch McConnell reportedly not yet medically cleared to return to work Trump promotes tariffs, mocks affordability – again – in Michigan Sen. Lindsey Graham’s funeral today in Washington, DC Trump tells Senate Majority Leader Thune to keep Senate in session over so-called ‘SAVE’ Act Former FBI Director James Comey seeks to have Federal indictment dismissed To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 day ago

The U.S. and Iran pause attacks as mediators work to bring both sides back to negotiating table

July 27, 2026 - 5am: The U.S. and Iran pause attacks as mediators work to bring both sides back to negotiating table Trump heads to Michigan for rally ahead of state's August 4th primary Seattle food festival shooting Border czar Tom Homan says ICE vetting, training under review after Maine shooting Troy Jackson was chosen as new Maine Senate Democratic nominee Poll: Most Americans think the Iran war will last months or years Trump attacks the press at WHCD DNC cash chaos To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
4 days ago

U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 13th straight night

July 24th, 2026 - 5am: U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 13th straight night AXIOS: Trump says he is seriously considering restarting major combat operations in Iran House adopts Iran war powers resolution, fails in the Senate Trump adds new condition to Saudi Nuclear deal Poll: Senator Ossoff leads Rep. Collins in Georgia Senate race White House unveils new tariffs on 60 countries Republican lawmakers can't name a thing President Trump has done wrong White House, Thune clash over the so-called 'SAVE' America Act To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
5 days ago

U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 12th straight day

July 23, 2026 - 5am: U.S., Iran trade strikes for the 12th straight day Trump holds rally in Georgia to support Republican Congressman Mike Collins Senate bid Congressman Jim Jordan accuses former Special Counsel Jack Smith of lying to Congress Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer interview: Trump "wants to end Democratic elections" House passes annual Defense bill, reconciliation framework which includes parts of the so-called SAVE Act To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
6 days ago

Hegseth estimates cost of Iran war at $37.5B

July 22, 2026 - 5am: Hegseth estimates cost of Iran war at $37.5B Trump lifting ban on direct flights to Lebanon Arizona primary elections recap Trump softens stance of alleged China meddling Senate Intel Committee advances Jay Clayton for DNI House votes to extend government funding Cyclosporiasis cases in the U.S. hit record high To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
21 Jul

Recapping Blanche, Clayton Senate Confirmation hearings

July 16, 2026 - 5am: Recapping Blanche, Clayton confirmation hearings Preview: Trump primetime address tonight House GOP releases $95B funding bill with no offsets they hope to pass before the midterms More than 100 House Democrats vote to cut aid to Israel VP Vance's Secret service security detail "fed up" with personal and family travel requests U.S., Iran trade strikes for 5th straight day ICE lifts pause on traffic stops pause after Trump criticism Pentagon will begin testing troops for low testosterone To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
21 Jul

U.S., Iran trade strikes for 10th straight day

July 21, 2026 - 5am: U.S., Iran trade strikes for 10th straight day Officials: Army vet started fire near NYC ICE Federal building Trump hits Canada with new 50% tariff Secretaries of State from across the nation brace for midterms Sen. Darline Graham says she plans to run for full term Democratic Candidate for Wisconsin Governor David Crowley joins Way Too Early for 1-on-1 interview To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
20 Jul

Three U.S. servicemembers killed after Iranian attacks

July 20, 2026 - 5am: Three U.S. servicemembers killed after Iranian attacks latest on the Ukraine/Russia war Andy Burnham to become new Uk Prime Minister today Spain beats Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup Who will replace Lindsey Graham in the Senate? Maine Democrats begin the process of choosing the replacement for Graham Platner in Senate race Oil prices rise President Trump is reportedly sparring China from any investigation into his own allegations of voter fraud To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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“Way Too Early” covers both the day’s inside-the-beltway political news as well as the critical stories shaping the national conversation leading into “Morning Joe.”