The New York Times reports that the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department has lowered hiring standards and brought in people who have been convicted of crimes or have peddled conspiracy theories into its ranks. Nicolle is joined by New York Times reporter Glenn Thrush, Liz Oyer and Barbara McQuade.

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MS NOW’s Ari Melber is joined by Molly Jong-Fast and former Washington Gov. Jay Inslee to discuss President Trump’s declining support as the midterms approach. Plus, Trump’s comments suggesting Iran “take out” U.S. cities are already putting frontline House Republicans on the defensive in some of the country’s toughest races. Jen Psaski interviews Troy Jackson, Democratic candidate for Senate from Maine, fresh from his debate with his Republican opponent, Susan Collins. Meanwhile, California Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton is facing backlash from both sides of the aisle for his innuendo-filled campaign ad.

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Democrats are growing bullish about the midterms as new polling shifts some key races in their favor. Meanwhile, Ken Paxton’s estranged wife is urging voters to back his bid for Texas senate. MS NOW Political Analyst Molly Jong-Fast, MS NOW Political Contributor Jason Johnson, Puck Capitol Hill Correspondent Marianna Sotomayor and Host of the GD POLITICS podcast Galen Druke join Alicia Menendez with their analysis.

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Trump donor Eric Deters is accusing Kimberly Guilfoyle of quid pro quo after she asked him to wire her $100,000 and offered access to Trump officials. He also accused the Trump family of profiteering. Hofstra University Law Professor James Sample, New York Times Opinion Columnist Molly Jong-Fast and Executive Editor of The Nation John Nichols join Katy Tur to break down the fallout.

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