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September 6, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton examines the final stretch of the campaign season as candidates confront voters’ concerns about rising costs, energy prices, tariffs, and the broader economic impact of President Trump’s policies. With working Americans looking for answers and Democrats facing pressure to offer a clear agenda, the episode explores what voters are deman...

September 5, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, the final stretch of the midterm election season begins as voting access takes center stage. The episode examines Republican redistricting efforts, the Trump administration’s challenge to mail-in voting, and recent Democratic legal and political victories, while highlighting the debate over election rules and access heading into the 2026 midterms.

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August 29, 2026; 5pm: On the 15th Anniversary of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton reflects on his legacy and decades-long fight for civil rights and justice. Joined by Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Attorney Benjamin Crump, and Morning Joe co-host Joe Scarborough, Sharpton looks back at his journey and discusses his historic March on Washington then and now, and the ongoing fight for equality today. The anniversary special celebrates his i...

August 23, 2026; 5pm: On this weekend’s episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton examines the growing economic pressures facing Americans as gas and grocery prices remain high while President Trump’s approval ratings struggle. As the 2026 midterms approach, Democratic turnout continues to break records in primary after primary, raising new questions about where the momentum stands heading into November.

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August 21, 2026; 5pm:On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Rev. Al Sharpton begins with discussing the race for Michigan senate with Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Later, Mayor Eddie Melton of Gary, Indiana joins the show to discuss the storm effects and when residents can expect their power after days of no electricity.

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August 16, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton focuses on Florida’s 2026 primary election, with early voting wrapped and Tuesday’s pivotal contests just days away. Former Congressman and Democratic gubernatorial front-runner David Jolly joins the conversation to discuss the race and what’s at stake for Florida voters. The episode also examines the aftermath of Tropical...

August 15, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton examines the final stretch of the 2026 primary season and what the results could mean for the Democratic Party ahead of the midterm elections. The episode looks at Wisconsin’s closely watched Democratic gubernatorial primary, upcoming contests in Florida, and Republican redistricting efforts that threaten Black representation in Congr...

August 11, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton examines President Trump’s escalating frustration as Americans turn against him and his own party faces growing voter anger ahead of the midterms.

Sharpton looks at Trump’s push to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general, his pressure on Senate Republicans, and the controversial voter suppression bill moving forward. He also exa...

August 8, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton examines Senate Republicans voting in near-lockstep overnight to confirm Todd Blanche as U.S. Attorney General, fully elevating the president’s former personal lawyer to lead the Justice Department and raising new concerns about the politicization of the nation’s justice system — just months before the next election.

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August 2, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton examines the final day of early voting ahead of Michigan’s pivotal primary election, as voters weigh candidates in several closely watched Democratic races. He focuses on the high-profile U.S. Senate contest between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed, exploring what the outcome could signal for the future of the Democratic Party heading ...

August 1, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Rev. Al Sharpton examines the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran as President Trump orders another wave of military strikes, raising new questions about diplomacy, national security, and the possibility of a prolonged war. He also explores how the conflict could shape the political landscape ahead of the midterm elections.
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July 26, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton examines the final countdown to the 2026 midterm elections and the growing political stakes for both parties. With voters expressing concerns about President Trump’s handling of the economy, mass deportation policies, and the war with Iran, Democrats could be positioned to make significant gains.

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July 25, 2026; 5pm:  On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton examines the political landscape 100 days out from the midterm elections, including the Democratic Senate nomination of Troy Jackson in Maine and the party’s reshaped primary calendar ahead of 2028.
With Democrats seeking to check President Trump’s power amid an ongoing war and an uncertain economy, Reverend Al also examines c...

July 19, 2026; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton leads with breaking news as U.S. Central Command announces the death of another U.S. service member connected to the war with Iran, killed during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian drone.
As the United States and Iran edge closer to a wider conflict, the Trump administration says it carries out intense ove...

July 18, 2026: 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton examines President Trump’s widely criticized speech on election security, his unsubstantiated claims about voter fraud, and concerns that vague threats could lead to greater federal intervention in elections. He also looks ahead to the 2026 midterms and Georgia’s pivotal role in the fight for democracy.

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July 12, 2026; 5pm: On tonight’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton begins by examining the uncertainty facing Washington as the U.S. and Iran resume hostilities, trading strikes in the Gulf while the Strait of Hormuz remains a dangerous and critical chokepoint.
Meanwhile, on the domestic front, Sharpton highlights President Trump’s escalating actions against key pillars of American democracy, incl...

July 11, 2026; 5pm On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton warns that the Trump administration is attacking the pillars of American democracy as crucial midterm elections approach. He reports that the president removes the remaining members of an independent bipartisan election commission, while the Justice Department subpoenas New York Times journalists over their reporting on the president's new Air Force...

July 5, 2026; 5pm: July 4, 2026; 5pm On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton reflects on the meaning of Independence Day including both America’s achievements and its unfinished work. The discussion highlights the lasting impacts of slavery, segregation and racial disparities on our political moment. 
This episode emphasizes America’s ideals of liberty and democracy while taking an honest e...

July 4, 2026; 5pm On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton reflects on the meaning of Independence Day including both America’s achievements and its unfinished work. The discussion highlights the lasting impacts of slavery, segregation and racial disparities on our political moment. 
This episode emphasizes America’s ideals of liberty and democracy while taking an honest examination of the c...