Money, Power, Politics with Stephanie Ruhle

August 24th, 10am: Uncertainty about the country's direction grows deeper, with the U.S. in $40 trillion of debt, mortgage rates at 6.7% and $5 a gallon for diesel. And now, the trade war with Canada is expected to make things worse. Plus, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to announce new sanctions on Iran as Tehran's new security chief threatens to fight them. And, Mark Walter is selling th...

August 24th, 2026, 9am: Prime Minister Mark Carney is fighting Trump's 50 percent tariffs, as Republicans warn this will make the affordability crisis even worse. Then, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to reveal new sanctions on Iran, calling it economic D-Day, but will it make any difference? Plus, we'll take you to Gary, Indiana, where 20,000 people are living without power nearly two wee...

August 21st, 10am: New analysis shifts both the Texas and Iowa Senate races to "toss-up" and multiple reports ask whether the original "Resistance" movement against President Trump is finished. Then, who blinks first on Iran, the U.S. or Tehran? Trump lashes out at allies and grows frustrated with the war. Plus, Dr. Zeke Emanuel on why the top tier of medicine may soon belong to AI-aided physician...

August 21st, 9am: New signs of potential momentum for Democrats in critical Senate races, with more states now in play as the party pushes to retake the majority. Then, after nine months at sea, the USS Lincoln heads home, and new reporting on why its sailors endured poor living conditions and shortages of critical supplies. Plus, Trump under pressure on Iran, and how his latest pivot signals a ma...

August 20th, 10am: Trump's endorsement record takes another hit as more of his picks fall, and old-fashioned organizing delivers wins for the left. Then, the affordability squeeze deepens: diesel in California hits $7 a gallon. Republicans scramble to reverse the damage from the immigration crackdown, with Springfield, Ohio losing 400 jobs in three months. Plus, Disney sues the FCC after the agenc...

August 20th, 9am: Trump threatens to unleash quote "economic D-Day" on Iran. But as the standoff with Tehran continues, we're asking the question, who'll blink first? Then, the president leans into crypto, calling on Congress to pass business-friendly rules for an industry that's brought him a billion-dollar windfall. Plus, the White House taps an administration insider to run the FDA — why the ch...

August, 19th, 2026, 10am: Florida's primaries put Trump's grip on the GOP to the test, with his endorsed candidate, embattled Cory Mills, going down in defeat. Byron Donalds and David Jolly are set to face off for governor. The Group Chat breaks down what the results mean for November, why rural economic pain is straining the GOP's hold on Iowa, and how the TPS ruling is costing Florida businesses...

August 19th, 2026, 9am: New clues about the races that will shape the midterms as last night's primaries tee up a pivotal Senate showdown in Alaska, and give progressive Democrats a big win in Florida. Then, warning signs for the economy as Trump's immigration and deportation agenda begin to impact America's businesses and its workforce. Plus, Meta is on trial, accused of getting kids hooked on it...

August 18th, 2026, 10am: The rise of Silicon Valley's tech billionaires and their impact on democracy. Plus, the latest example of data centers disrupting communities across the country. Why residents and politicians are now fighting back against Elon Musk's AI operation in Mississippi. And, Democratic Socialists look for upsets in Florida, where many voters fled nations with left-wing dictatorshi...

August 18th, 2026, 9am: It's Primary Day and voters go to the polls in four states including Florida, where Trump's hold on Republicans and the appeal of progressive Democrats are both on the line. Then, a whistleblower says White House investigations into antisemitism at Ivy League schools were politically driven and meant to strip the schools' funding. And, the fight to stop Elon Musk's AI data...

August 17th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. As of today the two month negotiating period on limits to Iran's nuclear program is expired. Plus, what U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche refused to promise in a brand new interview this weekend. Then, the latest developments in President Trump's immigration crackdown, and the administration's controversial "mega hearin...

August 17th, 2026, 9am: The US and Iran extend a deadline to agree to a broad deal to end the war as the White House threatens to turn up the pressure on Iran's economy. Plus, the Trump family's crypto business gets a green light to launch a bank. And, the Democrats go on defense to safeguard polling places and voting rights ahead of the coming midterm elections. Susan Glasser, Vaughn Hillyard, Da...

August 14th, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The Iran War and spending on artificial intelligence continue to drive costs. Plus, a surprise upset in Wisconsin's Gubernatorial race despite what the polls predicted. What will this mean for the momentum of the Democratic Socialist movement? And, the Trump administration's ongoing fixation on no-bid contracts comes with a ma...

August 14th, 2026, 9am: Another attempt to put Donald Trump's name on the Kennedy Center. And, heartbreaking text messages from a sailor aboard an aircraft carrier stationed in the Middle East is fueling concerns about conditions on the ship that's been at sea since November. Plus, why the Treasury Department's move to scale back a key regulation is now raising concerns it could lead to more corru...

August 13th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Political parties are trying to sharpen their messaging as we inch closer towards the midterms, but with Trump's approval rating sinking, Republicans may have a bigger hill to climb. Plus, Attorney General Todd Blanche delivers his first address to DOJ employees since being sworn in to the role. And, the latest on Trump'...

August 13th, 2026, 9am: Polls in the Wisconsin primary election were drastically different from the results, so what went wrong? Plus, President Trump is facing a new lawsuit over his efforts to sell early access to his own Truth Social posts. And, there are new concerns about the conditions aboard an aircraft carrier stationed in the Middle East as families of sailors report food shortages and br...

August 12th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour with breaking news. David Crowley speaks for the first time since winning Wisconsin's Democratic primary election for Governor. Plus, the special grand jury U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro is reportedly convening. What this might mean for the President's efforts to prosecute his perceived political enemies. Mychael Schnell, E...

August 12th, 9am: Moderate candidate David Crowley defeated progressive Francesca Hong in the Democratic primary election for Wisconsin's Governor. But, Hong was leading in the polls, so what happened? Plus, the new details we're learning about President Trump's secret plane swap after the NATO summit. And, the latest inflation report shows prices are still high for consumers, and wages aren't kee...

August 11th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The spotlight is on South Carolina tonight where voters are choosing from a crowded field of Republicans to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham. Despite President Trump backing Graham's sister, Darlene, the race is expected to go to a runoff election. Plus, experts are sounding the alarm about the security of America...

August 11th, 2026, 9am: It's primary day in six different states with Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig vying to replace Democratic Senator Tina Smith in Minnesota. Plus, bombshell new reporting from the Washington Post reveals the extraordinary lengths the President went to last month to switch planes amid concerns about an Iranian assassination threat. And, Pr...

August 10th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. In the wake of a brutal primary, Abdul El-Sayed is starting the tough process of uniting Democratic factions, while Trump's sway with his party is tested in  the South Carolina Senate race. Plus, another setback in the Iran war as Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until the U.S. meets all the conditions of...

August 10th, 2026, 9am: Voters in Wisconsin head to the polls for the gubernatorial primary where front runner Francesca Hong faces County Executive David Crowley. Plus, we dig into Trump's new strategy with Iran after he tells Axios he's now "low-keying" it.  And, a look at the state of the economy as prices remain high and the July jobs report shows a weakening labor market. Vaughn Hillyard, Wil...

August 7th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Republican Senator Bill Cassidy makes an announcement on how he will vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General. Plus, where a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz now stands. And, new reporting on how Space X CEO Elon Musk could be losing his impact on the stock market. David Rohde, Ron Insana, Max Chafkin, an...

August 7th, 2026, 9am: Trump takes matters into his own hands with new executive orders while his agenda faces big hurdles in Congress. What the President is telling Punchbowl News about The Save Act and his relationship with Republican lawmakers. Then, what we know about the outlines of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Congress pushes the White House for more transparency on the war. Plus...

August 6th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. In the wake of Senate primary results this week, we are asking the question, is the DSA similar to Trump's political model? Plus, what we know about the potential "deal" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. And, the President tried to sell his economic message in Nevada last night. Are his own voters buying it? Jonathan Lemire...