President Trump claims his deal with Venezuela will bring down oil and gas prices, but can that happen before the midterms? Plus, why the President wants the FCC to punish NBC Anchor Kristen Welker. And, there's one thing all Americans appear to agree on: hating big tech. Charles Coleman Jr., Nilay Patel, Basil Smikle and Ron Insana join The Group Chat this Monday morning.

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President Trump announces a deal to take control of a huge portion of Venezuelan oil reserves, claiming it will help bring gas prices down. Plus, the U.S. and Iran trade fire for the first time in a month as Washington ramps up economic pressure. And, with the midterms about two months away, volunteers in Michigan are knocking on doors to find out what voters really care about. Dasha Burns, Susan Glasser, Vaughn Hillyard, Scott Lincicome, Tim Stenovec, Ron Insana, and Chris Jansing join Money Power Politics this Monday morning.

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August 28th, 10am: Six months into the war, there are no direct U.S. talks with Iran and no off ramp in sight. Then, the republican Governor of Wyoming criticizes the DOJ's election monitors. Plus, Trump steps into the Paxton-Talarico race in Texas. And, our guest share their MVPs of the week. Mark McKinnon, Max Chafkin, Max Rose and Nayyera Haq join The Group Chat this morning.

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August 28th, 9am: The Iran war hits the six-month mark, despite the President's assurances the conflict would take only weeks, and there are very few options left to end it. Then, the President is choosing not to attend the 9/11 memorial services at ground zero in New York for the 25th anniversary. Plus, former Democratic Senator Doug Jones joins the show to discuss his race for governor in Alabama, and why he thinks he has a chance in the ruby red state. Jake Sherman, Damian Paletta, McKay Coppins, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Joyce Vance, Catherine Rampell, Brendan Greeley and Former Senator Doug Jones join Money Power Politics this morning.

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August 27th, 2026, 10am: There are just two months left to campaign before election day. Republicans are calling on President Trump to do more to boost candidates running in battleground districts after he helped GOP Senate candidate Darline Graham win the nomination in South Carolina this week. Plus, new backlash and concerns about mental health in the military after a sailor on the USS Lincoln jumped overboard and is now facing disciplinary action. Then, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's new clash with RFK Jr. over the recent measles deaths reported in his state. Alex Witt, Ron Insana, Brian Bennett, Brandy Zadrozny, Tony Plohetski, Priya Sridhar, and Nilay Patel join the Group Chat today.

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August 27th, 2026, 9am: A judge is allowing the Postal Service to move forward with its efforts to restrict mail-in voting, as states are preparing to send out ballots. Then, why the White House wants billion-dollar companies to qualify as a small business. Plus, Steph talks to former Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland as Trump's trade war with Canada keeps getting worse. Laura Barron-Lopez, Peter Baker, Kevin Frey, Dave Weigel, John Harwood, Brian Schwartz, and Chrystia Freeland join Money Power Politics this morning.

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August 26th, 10am: The next 10 weeks are critical for both parties as voters begin tuning into the Midterms. Then, economic pressure on Iran escalates as Tehran warns Washington to expect an attack and China vows to safeguard its interests. Plus, court filings reveal the administration floated demolishing and replacing the Kennedy Center. And, we remember Dolly Parton's impact on American music and beyond. Ali Vitali, Molly Jong-Fast, Philip Bump, Michael Crowley, Ken Dilanian and Annie Zaleski join The Group Chat this morning.

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August 26th, 2026, 9am: The President's pick for Senate in South Carolina secures a big primary win following a last-minute funding boost from the Trump's war chest. Then, Canada strikes back. Our northern neighbors are matching Trump's new tariffs dollar for dollar. Plus, we're remembering the life of music icon Dolly Parton and the legacy she leaves behind. Luke Broadwater, Mychael Schnell, Zach Stanton, Priya Sridhar, Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Neil Irwin, Alani Bankhead, and Willie Geist join Money Power Politics.

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August 25th, 10am: The Supreme Court clears a hurdle for Trump to restrict mail-in voting, drawing dissent from Justice Jackson, who calls it a serious legal error. The fight isn't over, but it deepens the uncertainty heading into November, as the administration pushes for the SAVE Act. Then, the Trump administration is trying to put economic pressure on both adversaries and allies, announcing new sanctions on Iran, while the trade war with Canada heats up. Plus, House Judiciary Democrats widen their probe into Jared Kushner. And, election officials prepare for prediction markets to sow doubt in the midterms. Ayman Mohyeldin, Tim O'Brien, Peter Goodman, Basil Smikle, Harry Litman, Kevin Frey and Wired's David Gilbert join The Group Chat this morning.

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August 25th, 2026, 9am: The Supreme Court allows Trump's plan to restrict mail-in ballots to move forward, but with 10 weeks to go, it's not clear if the new rules will be in effect come Election Day. Then, the White House announces new sanctions on Iran, but the details are scarce and depend on getting other countries on board. Plus, Canada prepares to announce retaliatory tariffs later this morning. What that could mean for Americans. Ali Vitali, Sam Stein, Lisa Rubin, Jeff Mason, Scott Lincicome, and Bharat Ramamurti join Money Power Politics this morning.

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