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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