State of Play with Peter Alexander

State of Play with Peter Alexander

By PETER ALEXANDER, MS NOW

Based in Washington, D.C., ‘State of Play’ will provide viewers with authoritative and original reporting, thoughtful conversations, and in-depth analysis of the biggest political and national stories... more
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  1. Number 1: Sen. Fetterman and the RNC midterm convention

    September 10th, 2026 11 a.m. ET: The RNC midterm convention in Dallas made headlines as President Trump reveals his latest promise: $5000 checks for every American adult if Republicans win the midterms. But the President wasn’t the only one making waves at the convention. Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a prerecorded video in which he promised to work with President Trump. Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-PA) joins Peter to react to Fetterman’s surprise appearance. With the midterms now less than eight weeks away, all eyes are on Texas as key races there heat up. Democratic Texas State Rep. Gina Hinojosa sits down with Peter to discuss her own race for Governor. Plus, a scary message from researchers within the artificial intelligence industry - AI could kill us all by the end of this decade. The CEO of Noble Mobile Andrew Yang joins ‘State of ‘Play to discuss his concerns with AI. And five Democratic state attorneys general speak exclusively to MS NOW - sharing their concerns about election security. For more, follow us on Instagram @stateofplaymsnow. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. 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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  2. Number 2: AI Anxiety & Don Jr. controversy

    September 14, 2026; 11:00 a.m. ET: Peter Alexander interviews author Stephen Witt and Senator Angela Alsobrooks on growing national concerns over AI's accelerating growth. Plus, a new report links Donald Trump Junior and a Russian oligarch through a lavish wedding. Also, a racist social media post sparks fiery reaction among Texas lawmakers. For more, follow us on Instagram @stateofplaymsnow Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. 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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  3. Number 3: President Trump's plans & Midterm moves

    Sept. 18, 2026; 11:00 a.m. ET: Peter Alexander interviews Kerry Kennedy, the daughter of Robert Kennedy, about the President's push to rename the Kennedy Center and her brother's impact on America's health. Plus, Congressman Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) discusses early voting in his state and what's at stake for the country at the ballot box. Also, Elise Jordan shares what she learned from Maine voters in her new focus group. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. 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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  4. Number 4: House GOP priorities & House Democrats' plans

    September 17, 2026; 11:00 a.m. ET: Peter Alexander tackles the latest drama for House Republicans and the Pentagon with MS Now's Ali Vitali and Mark Hertling. Plus, California Congressman Jared Huffman reacts to more confusion and concerns surrounding the Kennedy Center. Also, Professor Justin Wolfers breaks down the cash crunch families are facing due to persistent inflation and an ongoing war with Iran. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. 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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  5. Number 5: Remembering 9/11 25 Years Later

    September 11th, 2026 11:00 a.m. ET: Peter Alexander looks back on September 11th 2001 and the impact it had on the nation after 25 years with former CIA Director John Brennan, "The Briefing" host Jen Psaki, presidential historian Julian Zelizer and Jude Coke, a video producer with stunning footage from the Pentagon after the attacks. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. 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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