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August 28, 2026

Season 2026 Episode 8238 | 55m 25s

Fmr. Israeli lawmaker Colette Avital offers her feelings on the ongoing fighting across the Middle East. Climate correspondent Bill Weir shares what he is seeing in the Arctic. Rebecca Solnit's new book offers an optimistic take on today's political climate. Rep. Luna (R-FL) and Rep. Leger Fernández (D-NM) discuss their joint effort to successfully oust Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales.

Aired: 08/27/26
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