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U.S. Senate nominee Peggy Flanagan (D-MN) joins Morning Joe

Aug 13, 2026 · 44m

Summary

Morning Joe analyzes the Strait of Hormuz stalemate, noting record gas prices despite resilient oil markets, and discusses U.S. military vulnerabilities exposed by Ukrainian drone tactics. The panel covers White House pressure on prosecutors regarding a dismissed case and Caroline Levitt’s departure. Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan discusses her primary win and Senate campaign, while Coach Geno Auriemma previews his new docuseries on the UConn women’s basketball dynasty.

Topics discussed

MSNOW Live event promotion Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz, and gas prices US strategy, oil prices, and political impact Economic resilience and price gouging theories US military vulnerabilities and drone warfare Ukraine aid, Starlink, and Trump's stance Jeanine Pirro legal move and Press Secretary departure Minnesota primary results and Peggy Flanagan's win ICE enforcement and Trump's focus on Minnesota Campaign issues: Experience vs. working families Medicare fraud accusations and Trump's grift Muscle Milk advertisement The Dynasty: UConn Huskies docuseries promo Geno Auriemma on pressure and excellence Building the UConn dynasty and coaching philosophy NIL payments and transfer portal concerns Closing remarks and 11th Hour promo
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