Mark Halperin's reported monologue examines the New York Times' coverage of Graham Platner, breaking down their reporting failures, their public response, and why he believes key questions about accountability remain unanswered. Then, Mary Margaret Olohan joins to discuss the latest from inside the White House as the Iran conflict intensifies, her recent interview with Vice President JD Vance, and what she's hearing from top administration officials. Plus, former Hillary Clinton campaign manager Patti Solis Doyle weighs in on the Democratic Party's leftward shift and what it could mean for the 2028 presidential race.

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