# ms now (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover ms now. Page: Feed: --- ## [Postal Service issues ‘final order’ to restrict mail-in voting](https://www.ms.now/news/postal-service-order-mail-in-voting-trump-election) _2026-08-22 · Clarissa-Jan Lim · MS NOW_ The agency’s order says it will deliver mail ballots only in states that share voter data with the Trump administration. The Supreme Court could rule on the matter at any point. The post Postal Service issues ‘final order’ to restrict mail-in voting appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Fire TV Prices Soar as Amazon Follows Apple and Roku in Hardware Price Hikes](https://streamingbetter.com/fire-tv-prices-soar-as-amazon-follows-apple-and-roku-in-hardware-price-hikes/) _2026-08-22 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ Amazon has become the latest company to increase the price of its hardware products, with Fire TV models now costing significantly more than before. Similar... ## [USA Network App Quietly Returns to Roku and Just in Time for Premier League](https://streamingbetter.com/usa-network-app-quietly-returns-to-roku-and-just-in-time-for-premier-league/) _2026-08-22 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ Roku users who missed having access to the dedicated USA Network app will be happy to know it is back. This follows the removal of... ## [Trump is living inside a billionaire bubble in the White House](https://www.ms.now/news/news-analysis/trump-economy-billionaire-bubble) _2026-08-22 · Charlie Herman · MS NOW_ The president touts cryptocurrency and data centers while ordinary Americans worry about inflation. The post Trump is living inside a billionaire bubble in the White House appeared first on MS NOW . ## [American consumers are still footing the bill for Trump’s tariffs](https://www.ms.now/opinion/walmart-target-tariff-refunds-bessent-trump) _2026-08-22 · Joseph Zeballos-Roig · MS NOW_ U.S. Customs and Border Protection has issued $100 billion in tariff refunds to companies, but shoppers hoping for money back after paying higher prices shouldn’t get their hopes up. The post American consumers are still footing the bill for Trump’s tariffs appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Trump’s attack on a journalist overshadowed a more effective threat to freedom of the press](https://www.ms.now/opinion/trump-kristen-holmes-abc-disney) _2026-08-22 · Symone D. Sanders Townsend · MS NOW_ In a lawsuit, ABC admitted that an FCC review of broadcast licenses has affected its editorial decisions. The post Trump’s attack on a journalist overshadowed a more effective threat to freedom of the press appeared first on MS NOW . ## [She killed her 3 kids. MAHA blames her antidepressants.](https://www.ms.now/news/news-analysis/lindsay-casey-trial-maha-antidepressants) _2026-08-22 · Julianne McShane · MS NOW_ The trial of Lindsay Clancy is complex and tragic. MAHA allies have latched on, claiming the case as evidence that antidepressants should be curbed. The post She killed her 3 kids. MAHA blames her antidepressants. appeared first on MS NOW . ## [U.S. is set to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products](https://www.ms.now/news/us-canada-tariffs-donald-trump-trade-deal) _2026-08-22 · The Associated Press · MS NOW_ President Donald Trump’s import taxes will hit about 5% of what Canada ships to the United States every year. The post U.S. is set to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Trump tries to clean up Darline Graham’s debate mess in S.C.](https://www.ms.now/news/trump-south-carolina-darline-graham-debate-clean-up) _2026-08-22 · Mychael Schnell · MS NOW_ President Trump spoke at a South Carolina rally to rescue Graham after her troubling debate performance, putting his political influence over GOP voters to the test. The post Trump tries to clean up Darline Graham’s debate mess in S.C. appeared first on MS NOW . ## [DOJ to take fight over Trump-appointed U.S. attorney to Supreme Court](https://www.ms.now/news/doj-supreme-court-john-sarcone-ruling) _2026-08-21 · Ebony Davis · MS NOW_ An appeals court ruled that John Sarcone lacked authority to pursue subpoenas tied to New York cases against Donald Trump and the National Rifle Association. The post DOJ to take fight over Trump-appointed U.S. attorney to Supreme Court appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/56gpz2kTRdr6) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when a friend signs up for the Graphite Business Card ## [The decline of local media is a godsend for white nationalists. And they know it.](https://www.ms.now/opinion/local-news-media-rural-white-voters-deanna-npr-pbs) _2026-08-21 · Ja'han Jones · MS NOW_ At a white nationalist conference in Rome earlier this year, one participant salivated over the current media landscape — saying it serves the goal of radicalizing white rural voters. The post The decline of local media is a godsend for white nationalists. And they know it. appeared first on MS NOW . ## [‘Extremely disappointed’: Western GOP lawmakers slam Trump’s beef plan](https://www.ms.now/news/republican-lawmakers-congress-trump-beef) _2026-08-21 · Lillie Boudreaux · MS NOW_ “American ranchers have been struggling ... and this will further harm them — most of whom are MAGA Republicans,” Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Mont., said. The post ‘Extremely disappointed’: Western GOP lawmakers slam Trump’s beef plan appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Friday’s Mini-Report, 8.21.26](https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/roberts-trump-ballroom-tariffs-beef-haiti-strait-hormuz) _2026-08-21 · Steve Benen · MS NOW_ Today’s edition of quick hits. The post Friday’s Mini-Report, 8.21.26 appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs won’t face criminal charges over alleged pay-to-play scheme](https://www.ms.now/news/arizona-gov-katie-hobbs-no-criminal-charges-over-alleged-pay-to-play-scheme) _2026-08-21 · Ebony Davis · MS NOW_ State Attorney General Kris Mayes said the two-year investigation found insufficient evidence to support bribery charges. The post Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs won’t face criminal charges over alleged pay-to-play scheme appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Rosie O’Donnell’s message to Trump: ‘I know you’re watching’](https://www.ms.now/opinion/rosie-odonnell-trump-jimmy-kimmel-abc-late-night) _2026-08-21 · Jacques Berlinerblau · MS NOW_ During a week of guest-hosting “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” O’Donnell was acutely aware of her tortured dialectic with Trump, the man who made her “re-famous.” The post Rosie O’Donnell’s message to Trump: ‘I know you’re watching’ appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Trump administration reportedly looks to arm U.S. Park Police with creepy spy tech](https://www.ms.now/opinion/flock-cameras-license-plates-park-police-trump) _2026-08-21 · Ja'han Jones · MS NOW_ Flock’s license plate readers have been misused by police officers to stalk people in their personal lives. The administration apparently is pushing to expand their use. The post Trump administration reportedly looks to arm U.S. Park Police with creepy spy tech appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Hegseth’s Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes newspaper’s publisher and editor](https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/stars-stripes-lederer-hegseth-publisher-ombudsman-military-newspaper) _2026-08-21 · Steve Benen · MS NOW_ As the Pentagon takes steps to control the newspaper in spite of its tradition of independence and civilian leadership, senators are demanding answers. The post Hegseth’s Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes newspaper’s publisher and editor appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Chief Justice Roberts backs Trump’s urgent bid to allow ballroom construction for now](https://www.ms.now/deadline-white-house/deadline-legal-blog/supreme-court-trump-ballroom-construction-emergency) _2026-08-21 · Jordan Rubin · MS NOW_ A federal appellate panel ruled against Trump over dissent from a judge he appointed to the bench. His administration asked the justices to intervene. The post Chief Justice Roberts backs Trump’s urgent bid to allow ballroom construction for now appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Texas court cuts $50 million judgment against Alex Jones to $1.5 million in Sandy Hook lawsuit](https://www.ms.now/news/alex-jones-texas-court-cuts-50-million-judgment-in-sandy-hook-lawsuit) _2026-08-21 · Clarissa-Jan Lim · MS NOW_ The Infowars founder still owes $1.4 billion in damages in a Connecticut lawsuit from parents of the elementary school shooting victims. The post Texas court cuts $50 million judgment against Alex Jones to $1.5 million in Sandy Hook lawsuit appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Trump threatens think tank over D.C. crime report, extending intimidation campaign](https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/trump-crime-dc-threat-center-american-progress-intimidation) _2026-08-21 · Steve Benen · MS NOW_ The Center for American Progress highlighted crime statistics the White House didn’t like. The president wants an apology — or he’ll ask for $5 billion. The post Trump threatens think tank over D.C. crime report, extending intimidation campaign appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Make any domain metal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5ROYa5211MvK) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Turn any domain into a blacked-out metal landing page with an email waitlist ## [What to Watch This Weekend: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Outer Banks, and More Now Streaming (Aug 21, 2026)](https://streamingbetter.com/what-to-watch-this-weekend-its-always-sunny-in-philadelphia-outer-banks-and-more-now-streaming-aug-21-2026/) _2026-08-21 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ The Gang is Back. The first two episodes of season 18 of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia are now available to stream on Hulu. Another... ## [Navy discusses renaming aircraft carrier after Trump, instead of Black war hero](https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/navy-trump-uss-doris-miller-aircraft-carrier-military-pentagon) _2026-08-21 · Steve Benen · MS NOW_ With Doris Miller’s heroic and highly decorated service in mind, the Navy planned to name an aircraft carrier after him. At least, that was the plan. The post Navy discusses renaming aircraft carrier after Trump, instead of Black war hero appeared first on MS NOW . ## [There’s one word that describes Trump’s attacks on journalists](https://www.ms.now/opinion/trump-personal-attacks-reporters-kristen-holmes) _2026-08-21 · Glenn Kessler · MS NOW_ The evolution of Trump’s rhetoric about reporters —and the White House’s subsequent attack on CNN’s Kristen Holmes — should be chilling to all Americans. The post There’s one word that describes Trump’s attacks on journalists appeared first on MS NOW . ## [The Tea, Spilled by Morning Joe: Weekend edition](https://www.ms.now/news/the-tea-spilled-by-morning-joe-weekend-edition) _2026-08-21 · Jonathan Lemire · MS NOW_ In today’s newsletter, Joe answers reader questions and catches you up on the best of “Morning Joe” from the week. The post The Tea, Spilled by Morning Joe: Weekend edition appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 8.21.26: Latest polling shows El-Sayed with edge in Michigan](https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/michigan-senate-abdul-el-sayed-polling-advantage-2026) _2026-08-21 · Steve Benen · MS NOW_ Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country. The post Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 8.21.26: Latest polling shows El-Sayed with edge in Michigan appeared first on MS NOW . ## [‘It is I who is unworthy’: Natalie Harp reportedly wrote letters to Trump gushing over him](https://www.ms.now/news/natalie-harp-letters-trump-wolff) _2026-08-21 · Clarissa-Jan Lim · MS NOW_ “Thank you for being my Guardian and Protector in this Life,” Harp wrote in one letter, according to reporting from The Daily Beast. The post ‘It is I who is unworthy’: Natalie Harp reportedly wrote letters to Trump gushing over him appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Trump’s anti-trans crusade is tearing apart the conservative LGBT community](https://www.ms.now/news/trumps-anti-trans-crusade-is-tearing-apart-the-conservative-lgbt-community) _2026-08-21 · Adam Hudacek · MS NOW_ As it falls in line with the president, the conservative LGBT movement has cast aside some transgender supporters, along with its mission of inclusivity. The post Trump’s anti-trans crusade is tearing apart the conservative LGBT community appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Trump’s 5 favorite excuses for his many failed 2026 endorsements](https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/trump-failed-endorsements-republicans-gop-election-primaries-midterms-2026) _2026-08-21 · Steve Benen · MS NOW_ Six Trump-backed candidates have lost this month. How does he explain these embarrassing setbacks? With a series of unpersuasive excuses. The post Trump’s 5 favorite excuses for his many failed 2026 endorsements appeared first on MS NOW . ## [New Google TV ‘Report’ Safety Feature Lets You Hide Inappropriate Titles](https://streamingbetter.com/new-google-tv-report-safety-feature-lets-you-hide-inappropriate-titles/) _2026-08-21 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ Google TV has now added a new Report feature to the long-press menu. The new safety tool is designed to make it easier for households... ## [FBI seized former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s phone, searched his home, source says](https://www.ms.now/news/fbi-seized-eric-swalwells-phone-raided-his-home-source-says) _2026-08-21 · Ken Dilanian · MS NOW_ Swalwell, who resigned from Congress, is facing multiple investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct, including a Justice Department probe. The post FBI seized former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s phone, searched his home, source says appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/A7aIbxm8TC6x) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve ## [DHS has not verified its claim of nearly 16,000 noncitizen voters in Nevada](https://www.ms.now/news/trump-dhs-noncitizen-voting) _2026-08-21 · Vaughn Hillyard · MS NOW_ On a call with state election officials, federal agents said they had confirmed just 185 potential noncitizens and had yet to review more than 14,000 names. The post DHS has not verified its claim of nearly 16,000 noncitizen voters in Nevada appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Michael Cohen recalls fierce defense of Trump during reunion interview](https://www.ms.now/news/donald-trump-michael-cohen-interview) _2026-08-21 · Ebony Davis · MS NOW_ Trump’s sit-down with his former fixer marks a stunning reunion after years of legal battles, courtroom testimony and bitter public attacks. The post Michael Cohen recalls fierce defense of Trump during reunion interview appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Aisha Wahab wins special election to fill Swalwell’s former House seat](https://www.ms.now/news/aisha-wahab-wins-ca-14-special-election-swalwell-house-seat) _2026-08-20 · Ebony Davis · MS NOW_ Democratic state Sen. Aisha Wahab defeated fellow Democrat Melissa Hernandez in a runoff to serve the remainder of former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s term after a vote count that stretched beyond election night. The post Aisha Wahab wins special election to fill Swalwell’s former House seat appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Thursday’s Mini-Report, 8.20.26](https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/russia-ukraine-uss-lincoln-white-house-jimmy-gomez) _2026-08-20 · Steve Benen · MS NOW_ Today’s edition of quick hits. The post Thursday’s Mini-Report, 8.20.26 appeared first on MS NOW . ## [North Korea fires ballistic missiles after Trump calls Kim Jong Un ‘well behaved’](https://www.ms.now/news/north-korea-launches-ballistic-missiles-trump-kim-jong-un-well-behaved) _2026-08-20 · Erum Salam · MS NOW_ News of the missiles comes after President Donald Trump announced plans to meet with the North Korean leader. The post North Korea fires ballistic missiles after Trump calls Kim Jong Un ‘well behaved’ appeared first on MS NOW . ## [USS Abraham Lincoln finally heads home from Middle East](https://www.ms.now/news/uss-abraham-lincoln-iran-war-home-middle-east) _2026-08-20 · Lindsey Pipia · MS NOW_ After a nine-month deployment, the aircraft carrier is on its way back to San Diego, a U.S. official told MS NOW. The post USS Abraham Lincoln finally heads home from Middle East appeared first on MS NOW . ## [The old Scott Bessent would be calling Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s bluff](https://www.ms.now/opinion/scott-bessent-treasury-deficit-bond-trump) _2026-08-20 · Anthony Coley · MS NOW_ America’s debt problem was built over decades by both parties. But this administration’s policies and choices have added to it substantially. The post The old Scott Bessent would be calling Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s bluff appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Pastors at TPUSA summit push Christian nationalism amid Islamophobia](https://www.ms.now/opinion/pastors-tpusa-summit-christian-nationalism-islamophobia) _2026-08-20 · Ja'han Jones · MS NOW_ Several far-right speakers at this week’s Turning Point USA pastors summit called for Christians to take control of society and enlist in a crusade against Muslims. The post Pastors at TPUSA summit push Christian nationalism amid Islamophobia appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Trump petitions Supreme Court in ‘big lie’ defamation appeal against CNN](https://www.ms.now/deadline-white-house/deadline-legal-blog/trump-supreme-court-cnn-big-lie-defamation-petition) _2026-08-20 · Jordan Rubin · MS NOW_ The president argued that the network intended to associate him with Adolf Hitler and Nazi propaganda. The post Trump petitions Supreme Court in ‘big lie’ defamation appeal against CNN appeared first on MS NOW . ## [Free Sports Titles Growing Faster Than Free Channels (and FAST Overall)](https://streamingbetter.com/free-sports-titles-growing-faster-than-free-channels-and-fast-overall/) _2026-08-20 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ FAST sports programming is growing faster than the launch of dedicated FAST sports channels. This is according to the latest data from Nielsen’s Gracenote, which... ## [MS Now to Launch First DTC Subscription Service in September](https://streamingbetter.com/ms-now-to-launch-first-dtc-subscription-service-in-september/) _2026-08-19 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ A new MS Now subscription service is set to become available next month. While MS Now is already available to stream with a live TV... ## [Want a Free Year of Netflix? Bundle a DirecTV Genre Pack and Gemini Device](https://streamingbetter.com/want-a-free-year-of-netflix-bundle-a-directv-genre-pack-and-gemini-device/) _2026-08-19 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ DirecTV is giving away free Netflix subscriptions when combining its streaming device with one of its cheaper Genre Packs. What’s more, you don’t even need... ## [Fubo Finally Adds NBCSN to Base and Sports Packages](https://streamingbetter.com/fubo-finally-adds-nbcsn-to-base-and-sports-packages/) _2026-08-19 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ Fubo has finally added NBCSN to live TV packages that are eligible to receive the channel. This follows the confirmation earlier this year of a... ## [Streaming’s Total TV Share Dropped to 48.5% in June 2026](https://streamingbetter.com/streamings-total-tv-share-dropped-to-48-5-in-june-2026/) _2026-08-18 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ Streaming’s total TV share stood at 48.5% in June 2026, according to the latest data from Nielsen. Although this resulted in a decline, the Streaming... ## [Tubi Doubles Down On Horror With Permanent ‘Terror on Tubi’ Hub](https://streamingbetter.com/tubi-doubles-down-on-horror-with-permanent-terror-on-tubi-hub/) _2026-08-18 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ While Tubi has always been a good service to stream horror content, and especially for free, the streaming service is now doubling down on the... ## [Video Streaming Service Satisfaction Drops Amid Rising Costs and Consumer Fatigue](https://streamingbetter.com/video-streaming-service-satisfaction-drops-amid-rising-costs-and-consumer-fatigue/) _2026-08-18 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ When it comes to video streaming services, customer satisfaction dropped compared to last year. Even though the video streaming service category saw a decline, the... ## [Get Ready to Pay More for Peacock – Another Price Increase Just Landed](https://streamingbetter.com/get-ready-to-pay-more-for-peacock-another-price-increase-just-landed/) _2026-08-18 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ It’s that time of the year again. Peacock has now increased the price of its Select and Premium tiers, marking the fourth year in a... ## [Peacock Officially Launches New Membership Program in Beta](https://streamingbetter.com/peacock-officially-launches-new-membership-program-in-beta/) _2026-08-18 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ Peacock has now officially launched anew Membership Program in beta. The program is designed to reward subscribers for being subscribers, with those remaining loyal for... ## [New to Stream This Week on Apple TV, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, and More (Aug 17–23)](https://streamingbetter.com/new-to-stream-this-week-on-apple-tv-hbo-max-hulu-netflix-prime-video-and-more-aug-17-23/) _2026-08-17 · John Finn · Streaming Better_ This week is a good week for fans of comedy. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia returns to Hulu with season 18 and Conan O’Brien Must...