Ali Vitali
@alivitali.bsky.social
☀️ Host @waytooearly.bsky.social 🗳️ Senior Congress Correspondent 📕 Author “Electable: Why America Hasn’t Put A Woman In the White House…Yet.” Read: https://a.co/d/j1ojmjm | Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIVi-vBsOEwfv0LML1BGBlPxZsnoa0xM
A week of unforced errors. @glennkirschner.bsky.social, #JoshMarshall, and @alivitali.bsky.social join me to discuss Trump’s abortive push to save the slush fund, the collapse of the Reflecting Pool prosecution, Fauci’s return to the headlines, and more. Link: youtu.be/eGoMj5q53Yw
Republican Senator John Cornyn tells MS NOW's @alivitali.bsky.social he is prepared to vote no on President Trump's Attorney General pick, Todd Blanche, over the president's IRS settlement.
How are Democrats preparing for the next election? MS NOW's @alivitali.bsky.social spoke exclusively with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer about exercises Senate Democrats and election officials are doing to combat potential threats to election integrity posed by President Trump.
NEW: For two hours Wednesday, away from the cameras, in a room just steps away from the Senate chamber, a group of powerful lawmakers rehearsed for some of their darkest fears about November’s midterm elections. My inside look at that effort for @msnowreports.bsky.social: www.ms.now/news/schumer...
Schumer convenes Democrats to prepare for election ‘doomsday’ scenarios
The unprecedented preparation is essential, the Senate minority leader said: “If every time Trump did one of these things we just froze, he’d win.”
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There are a host of political landmines Blanche could step on that would jeopardize his support with some key Republicans. And Democrats plan to test him in as many ways as possible today. Read more from Ali Vitali and Mychael Schnell:
Inside Todd Blanche’s high-wire confirmation act
There are a host of political landmines Blanche could step on that would jeopardize his support with some key Republicans. And Democrats plan to test him in as many ways as possible.
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Trump said early Wednesday that he thinks the memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran is “over.”
Trump on MOU with Iran: ‘I think it’s over’
Ali Vitali discusses President Donald Trump saying he thinks the MOU with Iran is “over” at the NATO summit.
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Breaking: Lindsey Graham died of a tear in his aorta due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, his office said citing preliminary finding from the medical examiner.
What Dispatch Audio Tells Us About the Emergency Response at Lindsey Graham’s Home
Firefighters responding at the senator’s Capitol Hill address got no answer. Radio traffic later described a man in cardiac arrest.
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Anthea Hartig became the first woman to be the Smithsonian’s permanent director in 2018. Now Hartig is a target of a White House report accusing the museum of “extreme political activism.” The 162-page report names her at least 100 times.
Who is the museum director attacked by the White House?
Anthea Hartig is the head of the National Museum of American History and a target of a White House report accusing the museum of “extreme political activism.”
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It’s Tuesday with @waytooearly.bsky.social: ☀️ Fallon Gallagher ⛅️ Moses Small ☕️ Ali Bianco 🌅 Rep. Andrea Salina’s We’re all awake— why are YOU? Email waytooearly@ms.now or reply here. #waytooearly
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is testifying before Congress today as the ceasefire with Iran falters. @alivitali.bsky.social has the latest from Capitol Hill. @elisejordan.bsky.social, @jonlemire.bsky.social, and @clairecmc.bsky.social join Chris Jansing to weigh in. www.ms.now/chris-jansin...
McCaskill reacts to former colleague Rubio's testimony: 'What happened to you?'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is testifying before Congress today as the ceasefire with Iran falters. MS NOW Senior Reporter Ali Vitali has the latest from Capitol Hill. Co-host of MS NOW's "The Week...
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Will Beshear run in 2028? @alivitali.bsky.social spoke one-on-one with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (D) in an exclusive interview about his outlook for the Democratic party and a potential 2028 run. www.ms.now/ana-cabrera-...
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear says he's 'comfortable' being among names of contenders
MS NOW Senior Capitol Hill Reporter Ali Vitali spoke one-on-one with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (D) in an exclusive interview about his outlook for the Democratic party and a potential 2028 run. D...
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EXCLUSIVE: Mike Pence sits down with @alivitali.bsky.social for a wide-ranging interview on distancing himself from the Trump White House on trade, Ukraine and the president’s recent religious provocations.
Pence calls Trump’s Jesus imagery ‘offensive,’ warns tariffs are straining the economy
The former vice president distanced himself from the White House on trade, Ukraine and the president’s recent religious provocations.
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In an MS NOW Exclusive, Former Vice President Mike Pence shares his thoughts on CURRENT VP JD Vance with MS NOW Senior Congressional Correspondent @alivitali.bsky.social. www.ms.now/news/pence-t...
Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales both resigned from Congress. Swalwell is facing accusations of sexual assault. He has denied the allegations. @alivitali.bsky.social, @basilsmiklephd.bsky.social, Susan del Percio and @bwieder.bsky.social join @anacabrera.bsky.social. www.ms.now/ana-cabrera-...
LA Times Reporter breaks down Swalwell scandal: 'Extensively corroborated'
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) announced their resignations from Congress just hours apart. Swalwell is facing accusations of sexual assault. He has denied the allegations. Ho...
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Next limited edition of the Ali V show back in action! 💥 See yall there!
MS NOW@ms.now · 4mo agoTODAY AT 3PM: Join @velshi.com and @alivitali.bsky.social on "It's Happening" — they'll talk Trump's threat to fire Powell, the latest with Iran and answer YOUR questions. So send them to us! Email velshiruhle@ms.now And watch live at 3PM here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYoG...
The House took no action after the Senate sent its DHS funding bill back to the lower chamber. President Trump posted on Truth Social that he will sign an executive order to pay all DHS employees. Rep. Mike Quigley (D-IL) joins @alivitali.bsky.social to discuss. www.ms.now/ana-cabrera-...
Dem Rep. on Trump deciding what to fund: 'That's an autocratic regime'
The House took no action after the Senate sent its DHS funding bill back to the lower chamber. President Trump posted on Truth Social this morning that he will sign an executive order to pay all DHS e...
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Breaking: President Trump says he'll sign an order to pay all DHS employees. His announcement comes after Senate and House Republicans say they've struck a deal to end the partial government shutdown. @alivitali.bsky.social has the latest.
Wednesday, MS NOW brings you special coverage of the Supreme Court’s oral arguments over birthright citizenship, with @alivitali.bsky.social anchoring live from the Court. Watch Wednesday beginning at 10am ET on @ms.now.
Harvard economist Claudia Goldin helped WNBA players win a nearly 400% pay raise.
WNBA Players Had an Ace Up Their Sleeve in Pay Negotiations: A Nobel Laureate
Harvard economist Claudia Goldin helped WNBA players win a nearly 400% raise. Starting this season, players’ average salary will top $580,000.
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A time was had! Listen in as you start your week and, as always, more on all these topics daily on @waytooearly.bsky.social
Harry Litman@harrylitman.bsky.social · 4mo agoHere you have it—an ALL NEW @talkingfeds.bsky.social w/ @natashakorecki.bsky.social, @alivitali.bsky.social & @jacobweisberg.bsky.social. War with Iran, MAGA turmoil, Bondi under fire, and what Illinois primaries reveal about the Democratic comeback. bit.ly/StraitTF
Here you have it—an ALL NEW @talkingfeds.bsky.social w/ @natashakorecki.bsky.social, @alivitali.bsky.social & @jacobweisberg.bsky.social. War with Iran, MAGA turmoil, Bondi under fire, and what Illinois primaries reveal about the Democratic comeback. bit.ly/StraitTF
BREAKING: The Senate Homeland Security Committee votes to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS Secretary. MS NOW Senior Capitol Hill Reporter Ali Vitali breaks down what's next:
Jeffrey Epstein's personal lawyer and co-executor of his estate Darren Indyke is being questioned behind closed doors by members of the House Oversight Committee. Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ) joins @alivitali.bsky.social to share what she has heard so far. www.ms.now/chris-jansin...
Rep. Ansari on Epstein lawyer's testimony: To not take accountability is 'very problematic'
Jeffrey Epstein's personal lawyer and co-executor of his estate Darren Indyke is being questioned behind closed doors by members of the House Oversight Committee. Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ), a member...
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FIERY START: Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) LAYS INTO Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) in Senate confirmation hearing, accusing the DHS Secretary nominee of justifying political violence against him. MS NOW's Ali Vitali has the latest: WATCH HEARING LIVE HERE: www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4mz...
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A source tells MS NOW that Les Wexner is cooperating with lawmakers as he is questioned about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM), a member of the House Oversight Committee, joins @alivitali.bsky.social to discuss. www.ms.now/ana-cabrera-...
Rep. Stansbury: Epstein survivors have identified Wexner as 'key figure' in investigation
A source tells MS NOW that Les Wexner is cooperating with lawmakers as he is questioned about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM), a member of the House Oversight Comm...
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Today, White House Border Czar Tom Homan announced that the ICE surge in Minneapolis is officially winding down. @alivitali.bsky.social and Laura Haefeli have the details. @paoramos.bsky.social and James Sample join @anacabrera.bsky.social to discuss. www.ms.now/ana-cabrera-...
Homan: ‘Operation Metro Surge is ending’
Today, White House Border Czar Tom Homan announced that the ICE surge in Minneapolis is officially winding down. His announcement comes as Minnesota leaders and three top Trump immigration officials a...
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It’s Friday with @waytooearly.bsky.social and it’s looking like DHS will shutdown: ☀️ Oriana González 🥶 Moses Small 🥐 Sarah Fitzpatrick ☕️ Matt Bartlett 🌅 @mayarupert.bsky.social What’s got you up early to end the week? Me + the panel will read your answers! Email waytooearly@ms.now. #waytooearly