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SCOTUS allows Trump's mail-in voting order, Sen. Ted Cruz in 2028 and JD Vance

Aug 25, 2026 · 43m

Summary

Morning Joe analyzes the Supreme Court’s ruling on Trump’s mail-in ballot executive order, noting it addresses standing rather than legality while raising election integrity concerns. The show covers Ukraine’s Independence Day celebrations and drone warfare advancements amid continued Russian attacks. Additionally, hosts discuss Abdul El-Sayed’s contentious Fox News interview, the Trump administration’s economic pressure campaign against Iran, and Ted Cruz’s new book on Justice Clarence Thomas.

Topics discussed

Commercials and intro to Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballots Analysis of Supreme Court ruling and Trump admin election interference Ukraine Independence Day, drone warfare, and US aid delays Abdul El-Sayed's Fox News interview and Michigan Senate race Trump's trade war with Canada and AccuWeather forecast US sanctions on Iran, China's role, and diplomatic challenges Interview with Iowa Democratic nominee on party reform Ted Cruz interview: GOP future, Trump alliance, and 2028
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