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October 22, 2025 7pm: Democratic Sen. Jeff Merkley just wrapped up a 22 hour-long filibuster speech on the Senate floor in protest of Trump’s authoritarian tactics. Ambassador Norm Eisen and fmr. FTC Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya join The Weeknight to respond. Plus, Arizona AG Kris Mayes is suing House Speaker Mike Johnson to force the swearing in of Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, who was elected almost a month ago. Mayes joins The Weeknight to explain why she believes the GOP is actively denying representation to an entire congressional district.
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