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The State of Things with Ali Velshi

February 25, 2026 1:31:19 15.68 MB ( -15.69 MB less) Downloads: 0

At a moment when both Trump and the public are reflecting on his administration's direction, Jon is joined by MS NOW's Ali Velshi, host of "Velshi" and co-host of "It's Happening with Velshi and Ruhle." Together, they discuss the economic realities of immigration, explore what it would take to restore a flourishing American middle class, and examine how the media might rebuild public trust in a shifting information landscape. Plus, Jon predicts SOTU and doesn’t let up on Punch the Monkey!

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Host/Executive Producer – Jon Stewart

Executive Producer – James Dixon

Executive Producer – Chris McShane

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Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce

Music by Hansdle Hsu

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