Morning Joe

Trump hosts ‘Great Gatsby’ Halloween party as food assistance expired for millions

Nov 3, 2025
The discussion contrasts Trump's opulent Halloween party with the dire impact of SNAP cuts affecting millions. Trump pushes to end the filibuster, igniting a political debate. There's scrutiny over the DOJ's recent actions and how the Biden administration handles Trump-related prosecutions. Local elections in New Jersey show national political influences at play, while voter sentiment on the economy remains low. The podcast wraps up with insights on the World Series and NFL predictions, blending politics with sports entertainment.
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INSIGHT

Opulence Amid Shutdown

  • The government shutdown has cut SNAP benefits and left millions without food while Mar-a-Lago hosted a lavish Great Gatsby party.
  • Hosts and guests displayed opulence as federal workers and SNAP recipients faced immediate hardship.
INSIGHT

Opaque Family Crypto Profits

  • The Trump family appears to profit from close crypto and business ties with little transparency.
  • Jonathan Lemire and Joe Scarborough warned those deals may have enriched the family while in office.
ADVICE

Think Twice Before Killing Filibuster

  • Ending the filibuster could let Republicans act unilaterally but risks future retaliation when power flips.
  • Claire McCaskill warns keeping the filibuster preserves compromise and long-term policy stability.
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