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Americans Protest Against Trump's Economy May 02, 2026

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May 2, 2026; 7am: Demonstrators poured into the streets across the country yesterday for May Day protests, billed as "Workers over Billionaires." Organizers say more than 3,300 events took place in American cities from coast to coast, where protesters called for peace, higher wages, and better working conditions. MS NOW Contributor David Drucker and USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page join “The Weekend” to discuss.

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‘No security at the entrance of the lobby’: Congressman Details WHCD Incident Apr 26, 2026

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April 26, 2026; 9am: Members of Congress are reacting to the shooting that unfolded at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Representative Suhas Subramanyam joins “The Weekend” to share his experience.

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World Reacts to WHCD Shooting Apr 26, 2026

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April, 26 2026, 8 AM; UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney were among the first to condemn the violence. Former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada Chrystia Freeland, who was present at the event, joined The Weekend to discuss to discuss her experience.

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BREAKING: Suspect in custody after shots fired at WHCD Apr 26, 2026

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April 26, 2026; 7am: A suspect is now in custody following gunfire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner last night. Police say 31-year-old Cole Allen of California charged at a Secret Service checkpoint armed with multiple weapons. He was tackled by agents at the scene and was taken to a nearby hospital.

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Mentalist at White House Correspondents' Dinner Apr 25, 2026

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April, 25 2026, 9 AM; Instead of a comedian, this year’s dinner will feature mentalist Oz Pearlman, who is known for his mind-reading tricks that have made him a viral sensation. Pearlman could give us a glimpse into what is on the mind of not only the journalists in the room, but maybe President Trump himself. He joins "The Weekend" to discuss the White House Correspondents' Dinner and to show off a few of his tricks

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GOP Redistricting Regrets Apr 25, 2026

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April, 25 2026, 8 AM; They will consider a new congressional map that could net Republicans three to five seats in this year's midterm elections. This comes after voters in Virginia narrowly approved a new congressional map that will allow Democrats to pick up as many as four new seats. President Donald Trump started this fight last year after successfully pushing red states Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina to redraw their congressional maps to create more Republican- friendly seats. Republicans were ecstatic about those rigged maps until the Democrats fought back, secured wins, and put MAGA's hypocrisy in the spotlight. Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin joins The Weekend to discuss the latest on the redistricting war between both parties.

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U.S. War With Iran Enters Its 9th Week Apr 25, 2026

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April 25, 2026; 7am: This morning, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner are heading back to Islamabad, Pakistan for another round of peace talks. Iran says it will not engage in direct talks with the United States and will instead convey its position through Pakistani officials. MS NOW Contributor Inzamam Rashid joins “The Weekend” from Dubai to discuss the latest. Then, Former Senior U.S. Diplomat Alan Eyre and Bloomberg White House Reporter Kate Sullivan join the conversation.

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Protesters Gather Outside of ICE Facility Apr 19, 2026

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April 19, 2026; 9am: Yesterday, protesters came out to stand against what they call inhumane conditions at an immigrant detention center in Dilley, Texas - the country's only detention center for families. Plus, Minnesota officials formally charged an ICE agent with assault over his actions during "Operation Metro Surge". Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins “The Weekend” to discuss.

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Jackie Alemany's Phone Call With Trump Apr 19, 2026

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April 19, 2026; 8am: President Trump renewed threats to Iran as he announced the U.S. will be going to Islamabad tomorrow for negotiations. The Weekend’s Jackie Alemany spoke by phone with President Donald Trump on his just-announced peace talks with Iran. Over the phone, he told Alemany that the American negotiators will be U.S. Special Envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, and also Vice President JD Vance will not be traveling to participate in talks. This was before two senior U.S. officials told MS Now that Vance in fact would lead the U.S. delegation.

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Democrats Build Buzz For 2028 Apr 19, 2026

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April 19, 2026; 7am: Democratic stars held events in Michigan and Georgia this weekend to build momentum for the 2028 midterms. Former Vice President Kamala Harris, Governor Whitmer, Senator Cory Booker, and Governor Andy Beshear spoke at fundraising events in Detroit. Senator Jon Ossoff took direct aim at the Trump Administration during a campaign rally in Augusta, GA. Meanwhile, reporting suggests Republicans are growing increasingly worried about the midterms amid recent polling. Representative Debbie Dingell of Michigan joins “The Weekend” to discuss.

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