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IRS warns seniors of new scams fueled by A.I.

Aug 18, 2026 · 38m

Summary

Morning Joe covers the upcoming midterms, featuring House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar on redistricting and voter frustration with Trump’s policies. Congressman Jared Huffman discusses his new book on the threat of Christian nationalism to democracy. The show also includes Donnie Deutsch’s “Brand Up, Brand Down” segment, a report on IRS efforts to combat AI-driven scams targeting seniors, and updates on Trump’s legal battles and declining vaccination rates.

Topics discussed

Amica Insurance and PreNuvo ads Alaska primaries and Trump's mail-in ballot controversy Interview: Democrats' outlook on the House map and redistricting Critique of Mike Johnson's 'communist' attacks on Democrats Health care costs and voter frustration with the administration Interview: Rep. Jared Huffman on Christian nationalism Brand Up/Down: Ted Lasso, GIF, Pokemon, and scams IRS fights AI scams targeting seniors Trump's Supreme Court challenge to E. Jean Carroll verdict UnitedHealth CEO shooter plea and vaccine skepticism
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