The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi

On tonight’s Nightcap- Iran fires on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seizes two of them as the U.S. maintains its blockade of Iranian ports. Then, the Trump administration reportedly nears a deal to rescue Spirit Airlines as it faces skyrocketing jet fuel costs and possible liquidation. Plus, new reporting that the White House is weighing giving the UAE financial support as it deals with e...

The President extends the ceasefire in Iran indefinitely, hours before his deadline and without more talks scheduled. Then, a warning shot to big business as Trump encourages U.S. companies not to file refunds for illegal tariffs they already paid. Plus, voters in Virginia say 'yes' to new maps that could give Dems a boost in the battle to control Congress. Jeff Mason, Sam Stein, Gen. Barry McCaff...

The U.S. and Iran prepare for a second round of in-person peace talks led by Vice President Vance. Then, the CFTC is reportedly investigating a series of suspiciously timed trades made minutes before key announcements on the Iran War. Plus, Tim Cook steps down as Apple’s CEO. Luke Broadwater, Mark Hertling, Gautam Mukunda, Ron Insana, Dan Nathan, Josh Rogin, and Josh Tyrangiel join The 11th Hour t...

Where things stand in the Middle East as Israel has agreed to a 10-day cease-fire in Lebanon and Trump says the next round of peace talks will "probably" happen this weekend. Then, with gas prices rising with no end in sight, Trump tries to highlight his tax policy. And, new reporting on the sports betting industry spending over $40 million to influence elections. Damian Paletta, Leigh Ann Caldwel...

Two Pakistani officials tell MS NOW that U.S.-Iran peace talks could pick up next week as both the U.S. and Iran weigh a two week extension of the ceasefire – How Trump’s decisions are impacting the wallets of millions of Americans – & Trump’s DOJ continues to carry out his personal vendettas. Peter Baker, Nayyera Haq, Marc Short, Daniel Koh join the 11th Hour this Wednesday night.  To listen to t...

The IMF warns the Iran war could cause a global recession as the president says the conflict is "very close" to being over. Then, cracks emerge in the MAGA coalition as Americans continue to pay for the administration's policies. Plus, how voters are fighting back against AI data centers. Jeff Mason, Ron Insana, Justin Wolfers, former Ambassador Dan Shapiro, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Charlie Sykes,...

A U.S. naval blockade on Iran's ports is in effect, but experts warn the operation could backfire on the U.S. and its allies. Plus, the president escalates his feud with the Pope as Trump faces backlash for posting an AI image depicting himself as a Christ-like figure. And, the Trump family's crypto venture reportedly faces an investor revolt. Peter Baker, Luke Broadwater, Michael McFaul, Catherin...

As the war with Iran enters week six, high-stakes peace talks are set to begin in Pakistan. Then, economies around the world are feeling the effects from the conflict, which has also put the first American Pope at odds with President Trump. Susan Glasser, Chris Jansing, Peter Goodman, and Paul Mecurio join the 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, s...

The White House tries to keep a fragile ceasefire with Iran as the strait of Hormuz remains under Tehran's control and VP Vance preps for in-person peace talks. Then, Melania Trump makes a rare public announcement saying lies about her and Jeffrey Epstein must end. Plus, a conversation with Ronan Farrow on his new profile of the man running one of the most powerful AI companies. Peter Baker, Dave...

On tonight's Nightcap: fractures begin to emerge in the two-week Iranian ceasefire Trump announced last night. Then, big swings in Georgia and Wisconsin as the votes shift towards Democrats by 20 points each. Plus, Iran demands tolls to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to be paid in Cryptocurrency. David Rohde, Gillian Tett, Tim O'Brien, and Rick Stengel join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. T...

Trump announces a two-week cease-fire deal with Iran after threatening “a whole civilization will die tonight”. Then, stock futures surge following the cease-fire announcement; a look at what this deal could mean for the U.S. economy. Plus, will the war ensure that Iran's hardline leaders maintain their grip on power? Scott MacFarlane, Alex Ward, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Dan Nathan, Bharat Ramamurti,...

What Trump is saying less than 24 hours away from his latest deadline to destroy Iranian bridges and power plants if they don’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Then, Trump promises an economic rebound after the war, but experts are skeptical. Plus, a look into the Epstein files and the high-profile names involved. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Brooke Masters, Clayton Siegle,...

Search and rescue operations are underway for a missing U.S. servicemember after Iran downs a fighter jet – New reports suggest a potentially wider administration purge to come following Pam Bondi’s firing – & the March jobs report shows the largest gains in more than a year. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecas...

The President fires Attorney General Pam Bondi; a look at who’s on the shortlist to replace her. Then, the U.S. attacks Iran’s civilian infrastructure while Iran launches a barrage of missile strikes in the region. Plus, Trump imposes new tariffs on the 1 year anniversary of “Liberation Day”. Catherine Rampell hosts as Peter Baker, Charlie Sykes, Joyce Vance, Ivo Daalder, Natasha Sarin, Brendan Gr...

President Trump gave the nation an update on the war with Iran but offered little clarity about what comes next, aside from saying "the core objectives are nearing completion". Then, the Supreme Court hears arguments over the constitutionality of Trump’s effort to ban birthright citizenship. And NASA launches its first astronaut mission to the moon in more than half a century. Hayes Brown, Basil S...

Trump makes plans to address the nation about the war while giving conflicting narratives about how it might end. Then, Crude oil has its largest monthly gain in nearly four decades as U.S. executives warn that the war could trigger a recession. Plus, GOP fears grow as Trump’s approval ratings drop. Jeff Mason, Sabrina Siddiqui, Tom Nichols, Dan Nathan, Rohit Chopra, Larry Sabato, and Mark Joseph...

The ongoing war in Iran and fears of potential ground operations help fuel the nationwide “No Kings” protests. New concerns about the war's impact on the economy as one key report estimates the conflict costs the U.S. 10,000 jobs per month. Then, Trump faces sinking poll numbers and even opposition from many in the MAGA movement. Luke Broadwater, Daniella Diaz, Susan Glasser, Justin Wolfers, Max C...

Several U.S. servicemembers have been reported injured in an Iranian missile strike as thousands of American soldiers deployed to the region and oil prices hit highest level since 2022. The administration orders DHS to pay TSA workers following Trump's executive order. And Trump’s new plan to renovate another part of the White House. Peter Baker, John Harwood, Kevin Baron, Daniel Koh join the 11th...

Trump again pushes back his deadline to strike Iran's energy sites, giving Tehran ten more days to open the Strait of Hormuz. Then, Wall Street sees its biggest one-day decline since the start of the war. Plus, a Trump official pushes DOJ for yet another criminal investigation into New York Attorney General Tish James. Symone Sanders hosts as Akayla Gardner, Dave Weigel, Miles Taylor, Bharat Ramam...

On tonight’s Nightcap: The White House says the U.S. is “very close” to meeting its objectives in Iran, but refuses to say who in Iran the U.S. is negotiating with. Then, there's still no deal to end the weeks-long partial government shutdown as Congress' negotiations on a framework of a deal is on shaky ground. Plus, a landmark verdict in California holds Meta and YouTube liable in the social med...

Trump claims Iran is ready to make a deal even as the Pentagon sends more American troops to the region. Then, Senate Republicans float a plan to fund DHS, but will the Democrats and Trump get on board? Plus, a Democrat pulls off a stunning upset in a special election in Trump's home district in Florida. Mychael Schnell, Sam Stein, Tom Nichols, Dan Nathan, Rohit Chopra, Tim Miller, Art Cullen join...

The President says there are peace talks going on with Iran about how to end the war, but Tehran says no such talks are happening. Meanwhile Markwayne Mullin is confirmed as the new DHS secretary as ICE agents are dispatched to airports around the country and negotiations to end the partial government shutdown drag on. Plus, the Supreme Court hears arguments in a case that could upend mail-in ball...

Stephanie Ruhle's exclusive conversation with President Trump about his view of the war with Iran so far, the effectiveness of NATO and current state of the conflict in Ukraine. Plus, the president could be rethinking his approach to his immigration policy. And, alarms go off as eight states file an emergency motion to block the merger of local TV station giants Nexstar and Tegna. Molly Jong-Fast,...

Trump says he has no plans to commit ground forces to the War in Iran, as he defends the Pentagon’s latest request for an additional $200 billion. Then, The White House lifts sanctions on Iran’s oil exports. Plus, Democrats walk out of a briefing on the Epstein files after Attorney General Pam Bondi refuses to commit to testifying under oath. Luke Broadwater, David Drucker, Nayyera Haq, Barry Ritz...

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard takes questions from senators about what the President knew before launching attacks on Iran, Trump’s latest attempts to bring down skyrocketing gas prices and Markwayne Mullin comes under bipartisan scrutiny from senators during his confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Homeland Security. David Rhode, Ali Velshi, Abby Livington, Tim O’Brien...