Way Too Early with Ali Vitali

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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.”

1d ago

Trump made exaggerated claims about election vulnerabilities in his primetime address

July 17, 2026 - 5am: Trump made exaggerated claims about election vulnerabilities in his primetime address Todd Blanche meets with Epstein accusers Trump's longtime teleprompter operator is believed to have participated in insider trading Iran war latest Andy Burnham set to become Britian's next Prime Minister Paxton agrees to debate Talarico in Texas Senate race Focus groups with Gen-Z voters reveal economic anxiety at the top of young people's political concerns Trump firm to sell early access to 'Truth' social posts New Poll: 36% approve of the job Trump is doing as President, 59% disapprove 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.
3d ago

Blanche confirmation hearing and Trump's big primetime speech

July 15th, 2026 - 5am: Preview: Todd Blanche AG confirmation hearing today Trump's big primetime speech ICE to suspend most vehicle stops after multiple deadly shootings E. Jean Carroll receives $5.6M payment from Trump Iran war latest Preview: Jay Clayton confirmation hearing for DNI SCOTUS Justices Kagan and Barrett testify on Capitol Hill House votes to make daylight savings time permanent 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.
4d ago

U.S. strikes Iran for third consecutive night

July 14, 2026 - 5am U.S. strikes Iran for third consecutive night Trump's Thursday primetime speech Maine ICE fatal shooting Two SCOTUS justices to appear before Congress Federal judge criticizes President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS Governor of SC appoints Lindsey Graham's sister, Darlene Graham Nordone, as his temporary replacement in the Senate 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.
5d ago

U.S., Iran trade strikes over Strait of Hormuz closure

July 13, 2026 - 5am: U.S., Iran trade strikes over Strait of Hormuz closure Congressman Ro Khanna detained by settlers in the West Bank The New York Times says several of its journalists were issued subpoenas after they reported on security concerns involving President Trump's new Qatari-donated Air Force One New video raises more questions in Houston ICE shooting Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died unexpectedly on Saturday night at the age of 71 Republican Senator Mitch McConnell's office releases a statement claiming a fall led to his hospitalization last month Graham Platner officially drops out of Maine Senate race New White House task force appears to be part of a series of efforts by Trump and his allies to question the results of the 202 election and decrease public trust in the November midterms 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.
Jul 10

U.S., Iran strikes intensify as officials say 'technical talks' with Tehran continue

July 10, 2026 - 5am: U.S., Iran strikes intensify as officials say 'technical talks' with Tehran continue WSJ: Israel shared intel with the U.S. that said it showed Iran was considering a new plan to assassinate President Trump Calls growing for an independent investigation into deadly Texas ICE shooting Graham Platner has still not formally dropped out of Maine Senate race Growing number of Republicans are joining Democrats demanding answers about the current health status of Republican Senator Mitch McConnell Senators investigate claims that Kash Patel misused FBI funds Ted Cruz warns that James Talarico has a "real chance" to win his Senate race in Texas 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.
Jul 9

U.S. and Iran trade strikes for second day, Graham Platner drops out

July 9, 2026 - 5am: Graham Platner drops out of Maine Senate Race U.S. and Iran trade strikes for a second day Trump says U.S. will let Ukraine make Patriot missiles Judge says Trump must pay $5M to E. Jean Carroll Kentucky Governor demands Republican Senator Mitch McConnell update the public on his health condition Fed officials split over interest rates future Poll shows majority of Americans believe Trump is using presidency for personal gain Trump asks Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case Maine to hold nominating convention to replace Platner 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.
Jul 8

U.S. launches new wave of strikes against Iran

July 8, 2026 - 5am: U.S. launches new wave of strikes against Iran Trump criticizes NATO, threatens Greenland at Summit Trump to meet leaders of Syria, Ukraine at Summit today Mitch McConnell health mystery continues, top Republicans claims to have spoken to him FIFA World Cup recap Graham Platner latest DOJ Alums urge Senate not to confirm Todd Blanche as AG Matt K. Lewis joins on his piece for fellow conservatives: "Conservatives: Stop Conflating Socialism with Communism." 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.
Jul 7

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing calls to drop out after a woman accused of him of sexually assaulting her

July 7, 2026 - 5am: Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing calls to drop out after a woman accused of him of sexually assaulting her Trump arriving in Turkey for start of NATO Summit There are growing questions about the health of Republican Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky DOJ plans to send election monitors to cities in Michigan ahead of its August primary FIFA highlights Trump, Putin had a phone call ahead of NATO Summit Former Rep. Elaine Luria on her run for Congress 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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Ali is Better

01/15/2025

TryRyd

Replacing Lemire = great choice. Ali is so much better - smarter & more positive, less sports than Jon. The only change - please no more Brendan Buck, the troll who must be paying kickbacks to MSNBC bookers as he’s on most shows spewing proMAGA talking points. I fast forward over Buck & Michael Steele, who also pretends to be reformed.
Love WTE

10/31/2025

Ciaocutey

Have been a fan for years. This always starts my day. First this then Morning Joe. I enjoyed Lemere too. Both very professional, both with their own style. Love Ali as she is warm and has a young energy. Like the guests. Anyone who can be on air so early everyday kudos! That’s discipline. There only one commentator…She’s excellent but her valley girl talk.. overall, superb and kind, straight news not a hate fest on either side.
Way to early

10/16/2025

ConnieV321

I would give Ali five stars. Usually I am awake because my cat wakes me up for breakfast.
Love Waking Up With Ali

05/20/2025

Shellandjj

Informative daily news overview, and Ali is a great host.

“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.”