Are you concerned about America's reputation on the world stage, given the level of

bringsmanship we've seen this year?

Based on the mega-Republicans report, yes, based on what my administration is doing now.

President Biden blaming mega-Republicans of the country falters and how the movement

is endangering democracy.

This, as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy defied the right wing of his party and partnered

with Democrats to keep Congress running.

Now his job could be on the line, we'll discuss McCarthy's fate and who he may need to turn

for help.

Plus, hours from now, Donald Trump will appear in court in Manhattan for the start of

a civil trial, scrutinizing his business practices, will break down what's at stake.

As the former president faces off against the judge who found him liable of massive fraud

and Attorney General Merrick Garland gets emotional, see the moment he choked up during

an interview when asked about political violence and why he says it's his greatest concern.

Good morning.

Good morning.

And welcome to Morning Joe.

It is Monday.

October 2nd.

Hope you all had a great weekend with us.

We have the host of Way Too Early in White House beer chief at Politico, Jonathan Lamir,

and U.S. Special Correspondent for BBC News, Cate Kayes with us this morning.

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