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Yesterday, the FBI announced terrorism charges against an anti-government militia group for plotting to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Now, University of Michigan professor Alexandra Minna Stern is saying that politically motivated violence may only get worse. Plus, the debate around whether another presidential debate will or won't happen. And, sports betting is one industry thriving...

Last night was the first, and only, vice presidential debate between Vice President Mike Pence and Senator Kamala Harris. Axios' co-founder Mike Allen offers his thought bubble on the evening. Plus, unemployment among young Asian American workers is spiking. And, Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier won the Nobel Prize in chemistry. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen, Erica Pandey, and Alison Snyder....

We're now seeing something unexpected in new polling out about President Trump and his standing among elderly Americans. A new NBC Wall Street Journal poll shows a Biden lead among voters 65 and over. This is a group that President Trump won in 2016 by seven points. Plus, President Trump ends stimulus negotiations. And, the pandemic is weakening democracy Guests: Axios' Mike Allen, Alayna Treene,...

We're 28 days from the election. President Donald Trump has been released from Walter Reed Medical Center where he was treated for Covid-19. Meanwhile, Joe Biden continues to travel and campaign. Plus, the media's 2020 moment. And, the friendly robot helping to slow the spread of coronavirus. Guests: Axios' Alexi McCammond and Sara Fischer. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pu...

Three days after President Trump's positive coronavirus diagnosis, major questions about his health, the future of his presidential campaign and who Americans can trust for information about his condition are coming to light. Plus, the State Department's recent cap on refugees. And, how the virus is controlling us - rather than the other way around. Guests: Axios' Jonathan Swan, Sam Baker and exec...

It's been a whirlwind 36 hours - early Friday morning, President Trump tweeted that both he and the First Lady had tested positive for the coronavirus. That afternoon, he took Marine One to Walter Reed military hospital. Now, numerous members of the Republican Party and the President's campaign staff have also tested positive for the virus. This is a turning point - not just for the upcoming elect...

Overnight President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump announced that they have tested positive for the coronavirus. In a statement shortly thereafter, the White House physician said the Trumps "are both well at this time" and will remain at home. The president is 74 years old, which generally puts him at higher risk for severe illness from the virus, according to CDC guidelines. Plus, the latest...

The travel and tourism industry has been hit hard this week. On Tuesday, Disney announced its decision to lay off 28 thousand workers. Today, the federal stimulus plan that provided payroll support to the airlines is set to expire today. Plus, COVID patients are entering Wisconsin hospitals at record rates. And, America’s other oncoming election nightmare. Guests: Axios' Joann Muller, Sam Baker, a...

The first presidential debate last night was a chaotic mess that was difficult to watch. White House & Politics Editor Margaret Talev had the big takeaways from the night. Plus, why your absentee ballot could get thrown out. And, American workers are burnt out. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev, Stef Kight, and Erica Pandey. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. Th...

Foreign and domestic actors are no longer using bots and fake accounts to influence the 2020 election. Now, bad actors are trying to trick journalists intro amplifying fake storylines. Plus, life after Roe vs. Wade. And, NASA is launching a new toilet to the International Space Station. Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer and Margaret Talev Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin In...

The first presidential debate of the election is this Tuesday night. President Donald Trump has been preparing to veer attention towards the recent nomination of Amy Coney Barrett and away from the pandemic. Joe Biden will try to emphasize the administration's handling of the pandemic and the death toll of 200,000. Plus, a New York Times investigation found President Donald Trump paid $750 in fede...

Polls show Democratic nominee Joe Biden closing in or beating President Trump in a number of swing and red states. That's making Democratic strategists talk about a new election night possibility - Joe Biden winning in a landslide. Plus, Republicans and Democrats are both lawyering up ahead of November. And, the surprising payoff of playing in the NBA bubble. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen, Hans Nichol...

Private companies are becoming more and more invested in entering the space race. That means smaller missions - with more freedom in what they can study and explore - could completely change our understanding of the universe. Plus, democrats are changing up their voting strategy. And, Johnson & Johnson has reached another vaccine trial milestone. Guests: Axios' Miriam Kramer, Alexi McCammond, and...

Lots of people are preparing for an election night like no other this November, including Wall Street. Plus, a turning point for corporate sustainability pledges? And, the devastating COVID-19 milestone of 200,000 American deaths. Guests: Axios' Dion Rabouin, Ben Geman and Sam Baker Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Carol Al...

We're halfway through September which means members of Congress are shifting their focus towards their own re-election campaigns, and now a Supreme Court Justice pick. After months of back and forth on a new stimulus bill, it's now even less likely one will pass before the election. Plus, some not-bad news about our economic recovery. And, on the road with the Biden campaign. Guests: Axios' Alayna...

The death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg set off a flurry of activity in Washington, DC this weekend, from the hundreds of people who gathered on the steps of the Supreme Court to mourn to politicians, including President Trump, mobilizing over the fight for her replacement. As we remember Justice Ginsburg legacy, we look at what's next for the court and how both sides of the aisle a...

Nearly 3.5 million acres of land have burned in California, making this the largest wildfire season recorded in the state’s history - and it’s only September. Fires are still raging up the entire west coast, air quality remains unhealthy, and entire forests have been decimated. Our relationship with forests and fire is changing and will play a big role in how forests evolve. Plus, how colleges are...

Development for a coronavirus vaccine is progressing at unprecedented speed, which is a good thing in the middle of a global pandemic. But translating a successful clinical product into real-world results will take a lot more work and time. Plus, the privacy risks to our kids' online schooling. And, safety, the suburbs and the election. Guests: Axios' Sam Baker, Ashley Gold, and Margaret Talev Cre...

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in Washington yesterday to commemorate new peace accords with UAE and Bahrain - the first Arab states in a quarter century to normalize relations with Israel. The peace accords between the Unite Arab Emirates and Israel could have major impacts on the future of the region, including possible compromises on Palestine and annexation of the West Bank. Pl...

We know that our media diets can have an influence on who and what we trust. But now, researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles found that even includes evacuation orders before a natural disaster, whether it's a hurricane, or a wildfire. Their study looked at evacuation patterns of Florida residents before Hurricane Irma in 2017. Plus, Misinformation may have met its match with Gen...

Wildfires and smoke have engulfed the West Coast for weeks. More than 30 people have been killed across California, Oregon and Washington state and now, authorities are worried that these fires could result in a mass casualty event. Plus, Joe Biden’s 3 trillion dollar economic plan. And, what the NFL learned from other professional sports before the return of Sunday Night Football. Guests: Axios'...

It's been six months since President Trump declared a national emergency over the coronavirus. The amount of changes and historic events that the U.S. has been through can feel overwhelming and hard to keep track of. Plus, how our outdated immigration system has been strained by the pandemic. And, Mike Allen answers a listener question about mail-in ballots. Guests: Axios' Sam Baker and Mike Allen...

In the days after lockdown orders went into effect, air pollution decreased in major cities. Now, as some countries are re-opening, it's rising back to pre-pandemic levels. Plus, why today's Senate vote on another stimulus will likely fail. And, millions are being spent to build a firewall against disinformation around Kamala Harris. Guests: Axios' Bryan Walsh, Alexi McCammond, and Alayna Treene....

On Tuesday's episode of "Axios on HBO," Mike Allen questioned Mark Zuckerberg about Facebook's content moderation policies before the November election - and what they're doing to stop the spread of misinformation. Plus, Joe Biden's struggle to reach Hispanic voters. And, the number of unemployed Americans has surpassed the amount of open jobs in all 50 states. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen, Hans Nich...

It's increasingly evident that foreign actors, particularly Russia, are working to sow division in the country through disinformation. Much like the 2016 and 2018 election cycles, they're looking to exploit certain vulnerable issues among voters. Plus, President Trump's campaign is tight on cash. And, astronomers discovered a groundbreaking new star system. Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer, Mike Allen...