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Published by MS NOW, Chris Hayes
The biggest news and political stories of the day with a commitment to in-depth reporting that consistently seeks to hold our leaders accountable.
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Friday, September 18, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Congressman Jamie Raskin on Donald Trump's latest attack on the Constitution. Plus, JD Vance takes his "give us another chance" tour deep into Trump country. And it’s the worst U-S measles outbreak in decades but don't worry, the Trump Administration says actually, no it isn't. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Thursday, September 17, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Adam Schiff on a world on fire as the President fights to put his name on buildings. Then, David Plouffe on Republicans now trashing the President to try and save their jobs. Plus, the Democratic challenger for Governor in Texas, Gina Hinojosa, joins me. And Open AI's revelation of six more cases of "concerning" AI behavior. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, why the Republican congress is suddenly quitting and how Trump's so-called "golden age" is crushing Americans. Plus, a new emergency appeal to keep the Kennedy Center open after Donald Trump's meltdown. Then, why one NFL owner's decision to cancel Macklemore keeps exploding into the headlines. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, primary season is over and there's lots of new evidence that Democrats could expand the congressional map. Plus, the disgusting turn in Texas that has Karl Rove voting blue. And New Jersey Senator Cory Booker on his heated senate showdown with FBI Director Kash Patel. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Monday, September 14, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, the looming AI nightmare and Donald Trump's COVID playbook. Then, the unbelievable new reporting on the Russian oligarch funding Donald Trump Jr's wedding. And the Supreme Court rejects Donald Trump's push to block mail ballots. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Friday, September 11, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Trump makes his convention crowd pledge to “cheat like hell” this election. Plus, will today's shocking confession finally end Donald Trump's reflecting pool whodunnit? And 25 years later, looking back on 9/11 and where we ended up. Then, how Marco Rubio is punishing a family for the actions of a family member a half century ago. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Thursday, September 10, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Day 2 of desperation in Dallas. Then, the new day of action announced by the group that led No Kings protests. Plus, what on Earth is happening with John Fetterman? Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, inside Trumpapalooza 55 days away from the vote. Then, Senator Bernie Sanders on chilling new insider alarms over AI. And a disturbing new report on the 9/11 truther sitting in the United States Senate. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, the primary vote in New Hampshire and Trump's high-stakes gamble in the Texas and beyond. Then, Marc Elias on today's surprise win for democracy at the Supreme Court. Plus, the newly released evidence that government officials misled the public after 9/11. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Thursday, September 3, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Gloria Steinem's incomparable legacy and the enduring struggle of the movement she helped create. Then, new outrage over Pete Hegseth's Pentagon performance. Plus, new questions about Trump's plan to center himself for the midterms. And Sarah Longwell on the Trump voters that have finally seen enough. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, increasing GOP pressure on Hegseth amid chaos at the Pentagon. Plus, backlash and protests in Connecticut over ongoing ICE raids. Then, Republicans make it harder to vote in a critical Texas county. And Donald Trump's galaxy brain plan to make the midterms all about him. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, MS NOW's new characterization of the pivotal Texas Senate race and the Republican campaign to scare their way back to power. And Sen. Richard Blumenthal on his stunning whistleblower report alleging the postal service is defying court orders on voting by mail. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Monday, August 31, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, the historic dark money deception in this year's midterms. Then, the growing backlash to the racist tirades of Trump advisor Laura Loomer. Plus, Sen. Ruben Gallego on the growing alarms over Pete Hegseth and the Iran war. And why it comes as no surprise that this president is now fuming over the backlash to AI data centers. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Friday, August 28, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Trump's podcast plan to stop the inflation he caused. Plus, six months into Trump's war of choice, the enormous cost of war on Iran. Then, as MAGA's 2028 infighting breaks out into the open, is Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth considering a potential presidential run? Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Thursday, August 27, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Trump’s executive order to rename Lake Ontario, Lake America. Plus, RFK Jr. and what may be a worst-case scenario for American public health. Then, new reporting on what produced the catastrophic flood in Nepal. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Tonight, Marc Elias on the growing election denial threat to the midterms. Then, genuine polling shockwaves from a massive pickup state for Democrats. Plus, exclusive new reporting on a Pentagon punishment for a desperate sailor on the USS Abraham Lincoln. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, the unpopular Trump and the vote to replace Lindsey Graham. Then, the fierce Canadian response to Trump's economic war of choice. And America comes together to mourn the loss of music icon Dolly Parton. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Monday, August 24, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Trump's new trade war with Canada. Plus, Beto O’Rourke on why this could finally be the year for a blue Texas. And Grammy winner Freddie Gibbs on the crisis in Gary, Indiana. Then, California Attorney General Rob Bonta on his state’s legal fight against the White House. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Friday, August 21, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Republicans fear Trump may “drag them down hard” in the midterms. Plus, Florida Senate nominee Angie Nixon on how a progressive can win in a ruby-red state. Then, America more polarized than it's been in 160 years. But could there actually be a “national divorce?” Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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.
Thursday, August 20, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, data center backlash emerges as a sleeper issue in the midterms. Plus, Kim Jong Un taunts Donald Trump just days after the president snubbed South Korea to accommodate him. And Texas Senate nominee James Talarico on his vision to flip the Lone Star State blue for the first time in decades. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. 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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