The New York Times reports Pete Hegseth’s purge of top generals has left the Army “rudderless” in the midst of escalating drone and missile threats in the Middle East. The Army, which has been without a chief of staff for four months, is down to five four-star generals, the fewest in decades. Joe calls Pete Hegseth “a dangerous joke” and condemns him for “destroying the culture inside the Pentagon.”

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In his final speech ahead of the midterm elections, President Trump focused on his reflecting pool renovations and people putting graffiti on buildings. Host of MS NOW’s “The Briefing” Jen Psaki joins Alicia Menendez to share her thoughts as control of Congress hangs in the balance.

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Listen to the audio of the November 2, 2026, episode of The Rachel Maddow Show.

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It’s Election Day in America. Nicolle Wallace has a final message for viewers. Joining her on Deadline White House: Senator Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) and Alicia Menendez.

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President Trump is campaigning in Ohio today with just six days to go until Election Day. When asked about a peaceful transfer of power, Speaker Mike Johnson called the question “silly.” Former Senior Advisor for the Harris-Walz Campaign Adrienne Elrod and former Trump White House Deputy Press Secretary Sarah Matthews join Peter Alexander to discuss more.

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