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Minnesota Democratic Senate candidates join to discuss Tuesday's primary race. Plus, President Trump says he'll demand Iran pay for damages from his war of choice. Then, the Night Light takes you to the story of a man who knew that the best way to light a path forward begins with shedding light on where you've been. Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Rep. Angie Craig, and David Rohde all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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A weak jobs report showing an economy shedding jobs in July with downward revisions for previous months has President Trump under for his handling of the economy. Plus, we have latest on reports of munitions shortages amid the Iran war and the aftermath of Michigan's contentious Democratic primary. Justin Wolfers, Barbara Starr, Ja'han Jones, and Stuart Stevens join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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President Trump invokes 2020 election to sow doubt about the midterms: House GOP leadership could refuse to seat duly elected Democrats after elections. Plus, Tennessee's primary election results and Michigan's pursuit of unity after a bruising Democratic primary. Judge J. Michael Luttig, Tennessee State Rep. Justin J. Pearson, and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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President Trump dismisses affordability issues in Las Vegas speech while Democrats make it the main focus ahead of the midterms. Plus, just as his nomination hangs in the balance, Trump's pick for Attorney General Todd Blanche, is hit with a lawsuit over the Epstein files. Rep. Debbie Dingell, Cindy Holscher, John Fugelsang, Christina Greer, and Max Rose all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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With the midterms three months away, the stakes are heating up. Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic candidate for Senate in Michigan, and Roy Cooper, the Democratic nominee for Senate in North Carolina, join to discuss. Abby Livingston and Harry Sisson also join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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President Trump signals he wants to continue his fight for his anti-weaponization fund and IRS tax immunity for himself and his family. John Fugelsang, Christina Greer, W. Matthew Dodge, and Emily Wilson all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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President Trump floats delaying Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General past the midterms. Mimi Rocah, Anthony Coley, Francesca Hong, and Arash Azizi all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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With midterms approaching, Trump is losing ground with Republicans as his approval sinks. And ahead of Michigan's August 4th primaries, we invite three Michigan Democrats running in the state's 17th District that's key to flipping the House; plus, the latest on the war with Iran. Former New York Congressman Jamaal Bowman, former New York Congressman Max Rose, MS NOW analyst Christopher O'Leary, Fmr. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink, former Navy SEAL Matt Maasdam, and Sunrise Movement co-founder William Lawrence, join guest host Vaughn Hillyard on The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Senate confirms Jay Clayton as President Tump's new Director National Intelligence. Plus, t Trump is reportedly pushing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to cut more vaccines. Molly Jong-Fast, Mark McDinnon, Dr. Debra Houry, and Bobby Ghosh all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump's latest remarks reveal the GOP's real strategy for the midterms-- not winning more voters, but trying to block their opponents from voting. Plus, the latest on a crucial Senate race in Michigan. Vox's Zack Beauchamp, Puck's Abby Livingston, attorney Geoff Pipoly, and former Washington Governor Jay Inslee join The 11th Hour With Ali Velshi.
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In long, rambling remarks at the rescheduled White House Correspondent's Dinner, Donald Trump went after perceived enemies in the press. Plus, the latest on Trump's violent ICE crackdown and the fallout of two deadly shootings this month. Vaughn Hillyard, Eugene Daniels, Jason Stanley, Christina Greer, Hunter Walker, and Matt Stoller join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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President Trump's new nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia is raising fresh questions about proliferation and his business ties there. Plus, administration lawyers defend Todd Blanche's decision to approve a subpoena the phone records of a New York Times reporter's mother. Ernest Moniz, Mehdi Hasan, and Jim Acosta all join 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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House Republicans filed a criminal referral with the Justice Department against Jack Smith, the former special prosecutor who indicted Donald Trump twice. And President Trump attended his third dignified transfer of the war with Iran as the U.S. troop death toll reaches 18. Harry Sisson, Zachary Karabell, Barbara McQuade, Adam Mockler, and Alexander Vindman all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Arizona primary results filter in as the Justice Department deploys election monitors. Vaughn Hillyard, Sasha Hupka, Aaron Parnas, David Rohde, and Adrian Fontes all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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President Trump's expanding war against Iran - including a brand new blockade that could open up a new front in the war and trigger new oil shocks. Plus, Border Czar Tom Homan blames ICE shootings on failure to comply. Bobby Ghosh, Arash Azizi, Radley Balko, Tim O'Brien, and V Spehar all join Ayman Mohyeldin on the 11th Hour.
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Donald Trump's election meddling is kicking into full gear as he threatens states over voter roll access. Plus, the latest on a deadly ICE shooting in Maine and the reasons behind the wildfire smoke impacting air quality across the country. Professor of election law at Ohio State Ned Foley, Democratic nominee for Congress for NY-10 Brad Lander, MS NOW political analyst Basil Smikle, and Puck News contributor Abby Livingston join guest host Catherine Rampell on The 11th Hour With Ali Velshi.
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July 16, 2026;11 pm
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New reporting on how the Trump administration could leverage A.I. in the president's next attack on voting. And the growing morale problem on the Secret Service team assigned to the Vice President. Paola Ramos, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Charles Coleman, Anthony Coley, and Molly Jong-Fast all join Catherine Rampell on the 11th Hour.
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President Trump’s nominee for attorney general faces scrutiny over Epstein files debacle and much more. Plus, ICE suspends vehicle stops for immigration operations. Alexander Browder, Justin Wolfers, Paul Butler, James Sample, and Harry Sisson all join 11th Hour with Catherine Rampell.
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Congressional Republicans returned to Capitol Hill today after a two-week break with an unexpected shift in the balance of power, and a fast-approaching deadline to accomplish anything they can run on in the fall. Max Rose, Hayes Brown, Ron Insana, David Rohde, Sam Forstag, and Sean Teare all join Catherine Rampell on the 11th Hour.
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Sources tell MS NOW the embattled FBI Director was forced to cancel his plans and head to the West Wing. This comes after fresh scrutiny over Patel's use of government resources. Basil Smikle, Bobby Ghosh, Rosa Flores, Allen Orr, Emily Berge, and Shawn Vandiver all join Catherine Rampell on the 11th Hour.
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The firing of the bipartisan election commission members comes amid the president's voter suppression push. Plus, Democrats look to flip a Virginia congressional district that voted for Trump three times. Angelo Carusone, Ankush Khardori, Nayyera Haq, Shannon Taylor, David Noriega, and Maria Teresa Kumar all join Symone Sanders Townsend on the 11th Hour.
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U.S. launched new strikes after President Trump said the cease fire with Iran was over. And Graham Platner suspends his campaign for Senate in Maine. Eugene Daniels, John McCarthy, Abdul El-Sayed, and Peter Baker all join Symone Sanders Townsend on the 11th Hour.
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New accusations against embattled Democratic senate candidate Graham Platner. Plus, the U.S. launches airstrikes against Iran, while Trump antagonizes NATO allies abroad. Shenna Bellows, Tre Easton, Terrance Woodbury, Inzamam Rashid, and Susan Glasser all join Symone Sanders Townsend on the 11th Hour.
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According to a new report, the Department of Justice may send election monitors to three of Michigan’s biggest Democratic strongholds. Plus, what a new bombshell allegation in Maine against senate candidate Graham Platner could mean for Democrats' strategy to flip the chamber. Jocelyn Benson, Tia Mitchell, Rebecca Pearcey, Sawyer Hackett, David Rohde, and Eddie Glaude all join Symone Sanders Townsend on the 11th Hour.
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Jack Smith tells Nicolle Wallace he's "very concerned of what's going to happen in the next election." This as ICE arrests 10,000 immigrants in the last days of June. Harry Sisson, Joe Walsh, Allen Orr, Chrystia Freeland, and Melat Kiros join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump's new financial filing fuels accusations of the president profiting from his office; Democrats promise to investigate his business ventures if they flip Congress. V Spehar, Aaron Parnas, Robert Reich, Eugene Daniels, and Amanda Litman join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, but Justice Brett Kavanaugh gave Republicans a blueprint on how they can proceed. Plus, new reporting that President Trump earned at least $1.4 billion in income from various crypto businesses last year. And the Supreme Court lifts spending caps for parties. Cecillia Wang, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, Former FEC Commissioner Ellen Weintraub, and Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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The Supreme Court handed Trump more executive power today by granting him the ability to fire agency chiefs. The Court also ruled that the 4th Amendment extends to digital location data. And they rejected Trump's appeal to overturn E. Jean Carrol's $5 million sex abuse case. Plus, we're joined by former North Carolina Governor and current U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper on his race to help Democrats take back the upper chamber. And Nebraska's Independent U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn, who's got the support of the Democrats. Lina Khan, Melissa Murray, Roy Cooper, and Dan Osborn all join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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President Trump ratchets up his fear-mongering, election lies, and revenge on disloyal Republicans. Plus, the U.S. strikes Iran in response to an attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. And the return of the Velshi Banned Book Club. Hayes Brown, Charles Coleman Jr., David Rohde, and Isabel Wilkerson all join Ali Velshi on The 11th Hour.
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After Donald Trump sabotaged a landmark housing bill that passed overwhelmingly in both chambers of Congress this week, Republicans may be re-thinking to what extent they’ll go to cover for him. Plus, Wisconsin Democrat Rebecca Cooke on the path to taking back the House. Jason Stanley, Juanita Tolliver, Joe Walsh, and Rebecca Cooke all join Ali Velshi on The 11th Hour.
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Trump refused to sign a bipartisan housing bill, demanding the GOP first pass the election-targeting "SAVE America Act." Members of the "Leaving MAGA" support group share their experiences. And Darializa Avila Chevalier on the scrutiny she's facing over her past statements, controversial views, and where she goes from here. Melissa Murray, Angelo Carusone, all David Noriega join Ali Velshi on The 11th Hour.
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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s hand-picked slate of congressional candidates was small, but they won big in New York’s primaries. Abby Livingston, Charlotte Alter, and former Democratic congressmen Mondaire Jones and Max Rose join Ali Velshi to discuss the future of the Democratic Party.
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Mayor Mamdani explains his endorsements of challengers in the New York Democratic primaries Tuesday. Plus Vance unveils a new path to end the war in Iran that looks a lot like something that already existed. And Ta-Nehisi Coates on post-Civil War Reconstruction era and how it got us to today. Mayor Zohran Mamdani, David Rohde, Chris O’Leary, Ta-Nehisi Coates all join Ai Velshi on The 11th Hour.
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The Justice Department refuses to kill Trump's anti-weaponization fund. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni slams Trump for suggesting she "begged" for a photo with him. And tonight's Night Light "the unconquerable soul" of Black Americans in a country trying to erase their history. Eddie Glaude, Imani Perry, Basil Smikle, Darrick Hamilton all join Ali Velshi on The 11th Hour.
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President Trump says there are 'no limits' to his power as he struggles to sell his so-called Iran "deal" to his own party. A look at the star-studded celebration at the Obama Presidential Library. And we dig into the race for Senate in Michigan. David Rohde, Stuart Stevens, Abdul El-Sayed, and Mallory McMorrow all join Ali Velshi on The 11th Hour.
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The president's so-called "Trump Deal" with Iran looks a lot like he's losing a war and stamping his name on it. Plus Donald Trump blows up the start of the Senate confirmation process for DNI nominee Jay Clayton. Former Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz, Aaron Parnas, Brittney Cooper, and Brad Lander all join Ali Velshi on The 11th Hour.
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Tonight's primary results provide a further peek at what midterms could look like for Democrats. Plus, Ali sits down with award-winning musician @bobbypulido425 to discuss his campaign for Texas's 15th District. Democratic Gubernatorial nominee Dr. Amy Acton, Kabir Khanna, Abby Livingston, Adam Mockler, legendary musician-turned-democratic candidate Bobby Pulido join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi
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On tonight's premiere of the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi, Trump says he's made a deal to end the war with Iran, but it's extremely short on details. Plus, Ali is at the big board with a preview of what's at stake in tomorrow’s primaries. And, the stories that remind us you can always find light despite a lot of darkness. David Rohde, Jason Stanley, Ben Rhodes, Keisha Lance Bottoms, and V Spehar join the discussion.
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While Trump gets ready for his White House UFC fight, his administration seems to be focused on sowing doubt in US elections. Plus, more states resist DOJ subpoenas for their voter registration lists, while the US postal service weighs a proposal to restrict delivery of mail-in ballots. And, Trump centers his baseless election fraud claims on CA's recent primary, backed up by the top federal prosecutor in Los Angeles. Ron Insana, Molly Jong-Fast, Rev. Al Sharpton, David Litt join The 11th Hour tonight.
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Trump walks back his threat of a third day of airstrikes on Iran, and again claims he's on the verge of a peace deal. Plus, Wall St. gears up for Elon Musk's Space X to go public, in what's expected to be the world's largest stock market debut. Then - weaponizing the Department of Justice: new reporting on Trump's efforts to use the agency to carry out retribution on his opponents. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Joyce Vance, Teddy Schleifer, Brendan Greeley, Devlin Barrett, and Andrew Yang join The 11th Hour tonight.
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The administration launches another round of attacks on Iran, as Trump claims the US got 100 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz without Tehran's knowledge. Then, the Dow loses over 900 points and Trump's surprising response to the worst inflation report in three years. Plus, the President continues to float the idea of government stakes in AI companies, insisting the move will make Americans rich. David Rohde, Mychael Schnell, Joel Payne, Andrea Flores, and Sabrina Siddiqui join The 11th Hour.
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In Maine, the stage is set for democrat Graham Platner to face republican Susan Collins in November's senate race. Plus, in California's governor's race, former Fox News host Steve Hilton advances to the general election facing democrat Xavier Becerra. And, a dangerous escalation threatens the cease-fire with Iran: the US launches new strikes after Iranian forces shoot down an army helicopter. Ali Velshi, Eugene Daniels, Kevin Frey, Sam Stein, Dave Weigel, Max Chafkin, John Harwood, and Jon Ralston join The 11th Hour tonight.
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President Trump continues to defend his so called "anti-weaponization fund" and storms out of an interview after being challenged on false claims about California's elections. Plus, Trump says Israel will have "no choice" but to accept whatever deal the U.S. makes with Iran. And, tech leaders spent big money on California's primary last week, but it didn't pay off as expected. Susan Glasser, Luke Broadwater, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Bharat Ramamurti, and Bill Cohan join The 11th Hour tonight.
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Democratic candidate and former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra advances to November runoff for California Governor – Senate Republicans pass a $70 billion immigration bill now headed to the House – & why a surprisingly strong May jobs report led to a sharp drop in the markets. Symone D Sanders hosts as Toluse Olorunnipa, John Harwood, and Jason Johnson join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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MS NOW's full exclusive interview with Graham Platner, Democratic Candidate for Senate in Maine, after new explosive allegations. Plus, the President's former personal lawyer moves closer to a permanent role leading the Justice Department. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Anthony Fisher, Joyce White Vance, and Ken Atshulter join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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California is steadily counting ballots 24 hours after primary day as Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is the first incumbent to face a runoff in more than 20 years. Then, the status of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran still remain unclear. Plus, CBS News fires veteran journalist Scott Pelley as the '60 Minutes' shakeups continue. David Gura, Lizzie O’Leary, Tim O’Brien, Richard Stengel, and Andy Lack join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Amid a series of legal setbacks for the administration, a judge temporarily blocks the president's $1.8 billion so-called 'anti-weaponization' fund. Plus, a judge orders Trump's name to be taken down from the Kennedy Center in 2 weeks. And new analysis from Moody's shows the average American household has spent $450 on gas and energy due to the Iran war. David Rohde, Ron Insana, Anthony Fisher, and Ahmed Baba join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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A potential deal to extend the Iran ceasefire is awaiting Trump's approval - what it could mean for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Plus, new reporting on the White House stepping in to get a $620 million deal for a company tied to Donald Trump Jr. And, Erin Brockovich joins to discuss her latest focus on AI data centers and their impact on local communities. Peter Baker, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Brendan Greeley, Rohit Chopra, Josh Einiger, Erin Brockovich, and Jason Johnson join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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With Trump-backed candidate Ken Paxton winning the Republican nomination for Senate in Texas, Democrats are bullish in the battle for the chamber. Plus, The U.S. reportedly carried out new strikes on Iran, this time targeting a military site. And, the pain Americans are facing at the pump may soon appear at the grocery store. Akayla Gardner, David Drucker, Joel Payne, and Angelo Carusone join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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A massive win for a Trump-backed Senate candidate in Texas could threaten the GOP's hopes of holding onto the Senate in November's midterms. Plus, Iran threatens to retaliate after the U.S. said it conducted "defensive strikes" in southern Iran. And, Pope Leo takes on AI, warning about the dangers ahead. Ali Velshi, Abby Livingston, Larry Sabato, Susan Glasser, Jeff Mason, Teddy Schleifer, and Andrew Weissmann join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Senate Republicans revolt over the administration’s $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, derailing a key vote on Trump’s immigration agenda. Then, a Trump-backed superpac gets a big donation from a tobacco giant just a week before the FDA lifts restrictions on vapes. Plus, the latest push to break the deadlock between the U.S. and Iran. Peter Baker, Susan Glasser, Joyce White Vance, Brooke Masters, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Natasha Sarin, and Laura Field join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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Two police officers attacked on Jan 6. are suing to block Donald Trump's so called $1.776 billion "anti weaponization" fund, calling it illegal. Plus, the CFTC is scrutinizing a flurry of suspicious oil trades made just moments before Trump postponed an attack on Iran in late March. And, South Carolina is the latest state to try to use redistricting to increase Republicans' chances of holding onto a House majority. Philip Bump, Ron Insana, Lizzie O'Leary, and Charles Coleman Jr. join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Trump critic Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) loses his House primary, underscoring the president's continued grip on the Republican party. Then, a DOJ deal that appears to exempt Trump, his family and his businesses from any future IRS audits sparks bipartisan outrage. Plus, new analysis reveals Trump's astonishing stock trades, including shares of companies that the administration met with and promoted. Larry Sabato, Jeff Mason, Miles Taylor, John Harwood and Bill Cohan join The 11th Hour.
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Trump says he was asked to hold off new strikes on Iran, as his approval rating hits a second-term low and gas prices surge. Then, new reporting on Trump’s stock trades and how they’re connected to companies he has publicly praised. Plus, the 1.8 billion dollar fund from the Trump Justice Department that could end up funneling money to the President’s allies. Luke Broadwater, Mychael Schnell, Barry McCaffrey, Dan Nathan, Justin Wolfers, Kristy Greenberg, and Brendan Greeley join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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China’s leader sends a warning shot over Taiwan as President Trump focuses on Iran and claims Xi offered to help broker peace in the Iran war. Then, a potential trade truce as Beijing restores U.S. beef shipments to China. Plus, a new report claims the FBI director took a VIP snorkeling trip in Hawaii at a sacred Pearl Harbor Memorial. Laura Barron-Lopez, Susan Glasser, Tom Nichols, Michael McFaul, Ron Insana, John Harwood, and Nnamdi Egwuonwu join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: Trump begins his first full day of his China summit with President Xi Jinping. Then, Republicans in South Carolina’s Legislature reject a plan for new maps that would’ve eliminated the seat for the only democratic district in the state. Plus, more alarming economic data as investors become increasingly on edge about inflation. Laura Barron-Lopez, Antonia Hylton, Basil Smikle, Tim O’Brien, and Ahmed Baba join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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New reporting from the New York Times shows that the Trump administration might be seriously overstating how much damage they've done to Iran's missile program – new data shows inflation accelerating, but Trump says he’s not thinking about American’s finances “not even a little bit” – & the Secretary of Defense and the FBI Director clash with lawmakers over the cost of the war and their conduct in office. Carol Leonnig, Scott MacFarlane, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Brendan Greeley, Dan Nathan, Dave Weigel, and Josh Tyrangiel join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Trump calls the U.S. ceasefire with Iran on “massive live support." Then, the Supreme Court clears the way for Alabama to use new voting maps ahead of the midterms. Plus, the President floats a suspension of the federal gas tax as gas prices soar. Ayman Mohyeldin hosts as Peter Baker, Mychael Schnell, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Rohit Chopra, Max Chafkin, Holly McCall, and Steven Stuart join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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On tonight's Nightcap: tensions remain high in the Middle East as the UAE reports a new wave of attacks from Tehran. Then, a pair of major court decisions delivers a victory for Republicans in the redistricting battle. Plus, some states consider proposals to tax the wealthy to address the affordability crisis. Philip Bump, Mary Harris, Pablo Torre, and Harry Sisson join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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The U.S. and Iran exchange fire as concerns grow over the fragile ceasefire. Then, the U.S. Court of International Trade rules Trump’s 10% global tariffs are illegal. Plus, the heated battle over AI regulation spills into the midterms; what it could mean for the future of jobs and the economy. Peter Baker. Michael McFaul, Ivo Daalder, Laura Haefeli, Brooke Masters, Justin Wolfers, and Alex Bores join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: Questions remain on the status of peace talks for the Iran War, as the U.S. and Iran give conflicting signals. Then, more protests erupt in Tennessee after Republicans unveil a new congressional map that could flip the state's only Democratic district. Plus, Trump defends his ballroom as Republicans in Congress seek one billion dollars to enhance security as part of the East Wing overhaul. Symone Sanders Townsend hosts as Akayla Gardner, Daniella Diaz, John Harwood, and Nayyera Haq join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Marco Rubio says the war in Iran is “over” as Trump pauses 'Project Freedom' in the Strait of Hormuz. Then, what problems with trade and supply chain could mean for the economy. Plus, what the results in Indiana's primaries reveal about Trump’s grip on the GOP. Alex Ward, Sam Stein, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Catherine Rampell, Scott Lincicome, Dave Weigel, and Laura Barron-Lopez join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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The U.S. and Iran once again on the brink of all-out war as new attacks threaten the ceasefire. Then, California faces a gas crunch as the last oil tanker from the Persian Gulf reaches the west coast. Plus, AI fears grow as two of the industry's biggest leaders face off in a high-stakes trial. Susan Glasser, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Michael McFaul, Ron Insana, Clayton Siegle, Gerrit De Vynck, Bharat Ramamurti, and Barbara McQuade join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: Pakistani officials confirm they’ve received an updated proposal from Iran to end the war, but Trump says he’s unsatisfied with the offer. Then, Republicans across the country call for congressional maps in red states to be redrawn. Plus, the Pentagon agrees to buy an undisclosed number of interceptor drones from a company called Powerus, which is backed by Trump’s two eldest sons.
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The Trump administration nears the initial deadline for congressional approval to continue war with Iran. Then, Elon Musk's testimony in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Plus, the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Voting Rights Act supercharges the race for new congressional maps. Peter Baker, Miles Taylor, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Ron Insana, Paresh Dave and Joyce Vance join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces questions from Congress for the first time since the Iran War, and gives the first public estimate of how much the war has cost. Then, the Supreme Court deals a blow to the Voting Rights Act, striking down a Louisiana congressional map. Plus, the Federal Reserve holds rates steady, but the decision comes with the highest level of dissent in 30 years. David Rohde, Alex Wagner, David Gura, and Joel Payne join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Trump’s Justice Department targets former FBI Director James Comey a second time after he’s indicted for alleged threats against the President. Then, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prepares to go before Congress to make a case for the Pentagon’s $1.5 trillion budget request. Plus, a stunning move from the UAE as it annouces plans to leave OPEC. What this could mean for the global energy crisis triggered by war in Iran. Carol Leonnig, Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Max Chafkin, Brendan Greeley, Charlie Sykes, and Teddy Schleifer join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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What we know about the suspect now charged with trying to assassinate President Trump at a black-tie gala in Washington. Then, the White House rejects a proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, warning signs for Republicans with the midterms nearly six months away. Rob D’Amico, Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, Michael McFaul, Doug Jones, Reed Galen, and Susanne Craig join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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The President orders the military to “shoot and kill” any Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Then, a U.S. soldier involved in the capture of Nicolas Maduro is arrested for allegedly using classified information to make Polymarket bets tied to the mission. Plus, how Syrian billionaires reportedly tried to influence American foreign policy by invoking the Trump name. Alex Ward, Jessica Yellin, David Drucker, Bharat Ramamurti, Eric Lipton, and John Della Volpe join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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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 economic fallout from the war with Iran. David Rohde, Ron Insana, John Avlon, Eddie Glaude, and Sen. Rand Paul join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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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 McCaffrey, Gillian Tett, Neil Irwin, Larry Sabato, and Antonia Hylton join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night
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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 this Monday night.
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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 Caldwell, Tom Nichols, Brendan Greeley, Natasha Sarin, and Teddy Schleifer join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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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.
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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, and Amanda Hoover join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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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, Catherine Rampell, Rohit Chopra, Bishop Mariann Buddee, and Max Chafkin join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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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.
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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 Weigel, Miles Taylor, Ron Insana, Justin Wolfers, and Ronan Farrow join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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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.
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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, Alex Vatanka, and Jon Tester join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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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, Josh Tyrangiel, and Michael McFaul join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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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.
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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 Greeley, and Jon Meacham join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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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 Smikle, Michael McFaul, Melissa Murray and Ron Insana join The 11th Hour.
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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 Stern join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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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 Chafkin, Gen. Barry McCaffrey & Angelo Curasone all join "The 11th Hour"
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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 Hour this Friday.
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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 Ramamurti, Miles Taylor, Max Chafkin, Scott Colom, and Joyce Vance join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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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 media addiction trial. Evan McMorris-Santoro, Brendan Greeley, Mark McKinnon, and Jeffrey Sonnenfeld join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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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 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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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 balloting just months before the midterm elections. Luke Broadwater, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, David Drucker, Justin Wolfers, Stephanie Link, Mark Joseph Stern and Jake Ward join The 11th Hour.
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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, Nikki McCann Ramirez, Anthony Fisher, David Rohde join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
CLARIFICATION: This episode contains a reference to James O’Keefe being "convicted of trespassing and deceit,” during a discussion of a judge’s ruling regarding the Trump administration’s new Pentagon press rules. O’Keefe pleaded guilty in 2010 to a federal misdemeanor for entering federal property under false pretenses, which the judge referenced in his ruling as "crimes involving 'trespassing' and ‘deceit.” Under the Trump administration’s new Pentagon press rules, that should have prevented O’Keefe from receiving a press pass, but the administration granted him one.
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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 Ritzholtz, Ron Insana, Julie K. Brown, and McKay Coppins join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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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 join the 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Top counterterrorism official Joe Kent publicly resigns over Iran war and says Iran posed 'no imminent threat.' Then, diesel prices soar, fueling more fears about the state of the economy. Plus, Ali Velshi is at the big board to break down the latest primary election results in Illinois. Jeff Mason, Miles Taylor, Dave Weigel, Dan Nathan, Natasha Sarin, Ali Velshi, and Dr. Theodore Iwashyna join the 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Trump demands the help of U.S allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Then, the Iran conflict continues to drive fuel prices up, raising the pressure on the White House to help rein in costs. Plus, the battle over the Save Act which is now headed to a vote in the Senate. Peter Baker, Michael Crowley, Susan Glasser, Max Chafkin, Bharat Ramamurti, McKay Coppins, and Matt Mahan join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: The Iran war has cost over $11 billion in the first week alone, and the White House doesn’t seem to have a clear exit strategy. Then, the economic impact of the war continues as oil trades around $100 per barrel. Plus, the other top stories you may have missed this week.
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The new Supreme Leader of Iran vows to fight on, saying the Strait of Hormuz must remain closed. Then, the price of oil spikes as stocks drop: what the economic fallout from the war means for Americans. Plus, urgency over the DHS shutdown ramps up as lines grow at airports and the Iran war continues. Marc Santia, Peter Baker, David Drucker, Tom Nichols, Ron Insana, Dan Dicker, Miles Taylor and Vittoria Elliott join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: More conflicting messages from the White House as the Iran war continues. Then, countries agree to historic release of stockpiled oil to ease energy costs. Plus, how the war is going to hit your wallet beyond just gas. David Rohde, John Avlon, David Gura, Joel Payne, and John Bartman join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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New reporting on Trump’s advisers pushing him to find an exit ramp in Iran as U.S. casualties rise and airstrikes ramp up. Then, another volatile day for stocks and oil as the Energy Secretary posts incorrect information on the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Ali Velshi joins to break down the results of Georgia's special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene as two candidates advance to the April 7 runoff. Alex Ward, Daniella Diaz, Dave Weigel, Brendan Greeley, Dan Nathan, Ali Velshi, and Ken Vogel join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Oil prices soar worldwide as the war in Iran drags into a second week. Then, mixed messaging as the President says the fighting will be over “very soon,” but also says the U.S. is “going to go further”. Plus, Anthropic takes the Trump administration to court after getting blacklisted for refusing to gut its own AI safeguards. Ron Insana, Peter Goodman, Susan Glasser, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Marc Short, and Jake Ward join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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Trump demands Iran’s unconditional surrender as airstrikes widen in the region, new reports of a secret DEA investigation into Epstein and his associates, and oil prices surge and stocks fall after a tough jobs report. David Rohde, Miles Taylor, Akayla Gardner, Fmr. Amb. Daniel Shapiro, Jason Leopold, Ron Insana, Bill Cohan, and Jon Meacham join the 11th Hour this Friday night.
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The war in Iran continues as Trump says he should play a role in picking the country’s new leader. Then, Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and taps Sen. Markwayne Mullin to take her place. Plus, stocks are down and gas prices are up as the economy faces a new reality with the war in Iran. Peter Baker, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, David Drucker, Carol Leonnig, John Harwood, Justin Wolfers, and Richard Stengel join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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America’s war on Iran spreads across the region as NATO shoots down a missile headed towards Turkey, and the U.S. sinks an Iranian ship near Sri Lanka – Trump says the Navy could escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz – & big developments in the Epstein investigation as Pam Bondi is subpoenaed to testify about her handling of the case. Jeff Mason, Ivo Daalder, Paul Rieckhoff, David Gura, Philip Bump, McKay Coppins, and Larry Sabato join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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America enters day four at war with Iran, as the White House says “the hardest hits are yet to come”. Oil prices spike as the war effectively stops shipping through the Strait of Hormuz; what that means for gas prices in the U.S. Plus, the view from inside Iran, what we’re hearing after the Ayatollah’s death. David Rohde, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Susan Glasser, Michael Crowley, Clayton Siegle, Ron Insana, Caroline Modarressy-Tehrani, and Tony Plohetski join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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Stephanie Ruhle anchors breaking news coverage of the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
House Democrats are preparing an immediate vote on a War Powers Resolution to challenge the administration's "unconstitutional" use of force and reassert Congress's exclusive authority to declare war.
This episode aired on March 1, 2026 at 9 pm.
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Iran has retaliated against regional US bases, leading to the first American casualties and a 10% surge in global oil prices.
While President Trump is publicly calling for the Iranian people and military to topple the remaining regime, he faces mounting criticism from Congress and national security experts over the lack of a clear strategic endgame or constitutional authorization for the war.
This episode aired on March 1, 2026 at 8 pm.
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Fmr. President Bill Clinton questioned before the House Oversight Committee about Epstein, the midterms officially kick off next week with primaries in three key states but all eyes are on Texas’ crowded primaries – & FCC Chair envisions a “Patriotic Program” for America’s 250 birthday. On tonight’s Nightcap: Philip Bump, Basil Smikle, Kristy Greenberg, and Anthony Fisher join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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Hillary Clinton testifies behind closed doors about Jeffrey Epstein and accuses Republicans of attempting to distract from Donald Trump. Then, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries joins to talk about Trump's affordability “pivot”. Plus, Paramount appears to win the battle for Warner Brothers Discovery as Netflix drops its bid. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Sabrina Siddiqui, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Gillian Tett, Max Chafkin, and Joyce Vance join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: The Epstein investigation continues as it’s revealed missing DOJ files contain interviews with an alleged Trump accuser. Plus, Bill Gates apologizes to his foundation staff for his ties to Epstein. Then, Trump's messaging on the economy during his State of the Union. And the U.S. men’s hockey team gets a White House welcome amid backlash over the team’s locker room call with the President.
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The President faces falling poll numbers and a big decision on Iran as he prepares for his State of the Union address– then, he announces new “temporary” tariffs after the Supreme Court rules against him – & he says Netflix should “fire” Susan Rice or “pay the consequences.” Luke Broadwater, Dave Weigel, Alex Ward, Susan Glasser, Mark Joseph Stern, John Harwood, Bharat Ramamurti, and Michael McFaul join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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The Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s tariffs as he vows to work around the ruling, what an affordability crisis means for the midterms, and new fallout from the Epstein files in the U.S. and abroad. On tonight’s Nightcap: Jim Acosta, Reed Galen, Ron Insana, Catherine Christian join the 11th Hour this Friday night.
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Former Prince Andrew 'released under investigation' after UK police arrested him. Then, Trump declares that he's "won affordability," but do Americans think so? And one journalist reports on troubling conduct within ICE and Border Patrol agencies. Peter Baker, Mark Leibovich, Greg Bluestein, Ron Insana, Justin Wolfers, Garrett Graff, and Gen. Barry McCaffrey join the 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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Billionaire businessman Lex Wexner sits for a closed-door deposition with Congress as part of the House Oversight Committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Then, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg testifies in a landmark trial challenging big tech. Plus, major headlines on Trump’s family crypto business have us asking once again is the White House for sale? On tonight’s Nightcap: Philip Bump, John Della Volpe, Charles Coleman Jr, and Tim O’Brien join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Stephen Colbert called out CBS for bowing to FCC pressure and pulling an interview with a Democratic lawmaker. Meanwhile, Congress is set to depose the former CEO of Victoria's Secret over his ties to Epstein. Then, major price hikes are on the way, as companies big and small blame high tariffs. Plus, Meta’s Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a landmark trial looking to hold big tech accountable for harming kids. Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Sam Stein, Brendan Greeley, Jeff Horwitz, Natasha Sarin, and Jon Meacham join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Growing outrage as the AG Pam Bondi tells Congress that all of the Epstein files have been released. Then, no signs of compromise to end the partial government shutdown, as thousands of workers face more financial uncertainty. Plus, Fmr. President Barack Obama gives his first public response to racist video posted by Trump. Symone Sanders Townsend hosts.
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Funding for DHS runs out at midnight, Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathryn Ruemmler departs amid reported ties to Epstein, and Attorney confirms Mark Zuckerberg to go to trial Wednesday. Laura Baron Lopez, David Rohde, McKay Coppins, Ron Insana, Bill Cohan, Jake Ward, and Father James Martin join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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The White House says the ICE surge in Minneapolis is ending; the DOJ logs lawmakers’ search history in the unredacted Epstein files, and now they’re demanding answers; & House Republicans pass a strict proof-of-citizenship requirement. Peter Baker, Sabrina Saddiqui, David Drucker, Joyce Vance, Brendan Greeley, John Harwood, and Larry Sabato join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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“MS NOW Presents: Clock It” is an invitation to the liveliest and most informed groupchat in your feed. Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels are long-time political powerhouses. And they understand more than most how culture influences politics, and the role politics plays in culture. On “Clock It,” they’re helping you put your finger on the pulse of the hottest political gossip and their off-air conversations too colorful for TV.
In the first episode of their new show, “Clock It,” they’re joined by actors Tony Goldwyn and Myles Frost for a conversation about making thought-provoking art when political tensions are at their highest. And they dig in on the Super Bowl halftime show, why cuts to The Washington Post matter for democracy, and the race to the Senate in Texas.
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On tonight’s midweek Nightcap: Attorney General Pam Bondi goes on the attack during testimony before the House Judiciary Committee about the Epstein investigation. Then, Olympic athletes speak out against the Trump administration's actions in Minnesota. Plus, what will artificial intelligence really mean for the future of work? Evan McMorris-Santoro, Pablo Torre, Steve Liesman, and Josh Tyrangiel join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Top immigration officials testify before the House as Democrats push for answers after the fatal shooting of two U.S. citizens during ICE operations in Minneapolis. Then, new details in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faces calls to resign over his contact with Jeffrey Epstein. Marc Santia, Alex Tabet, Tom Manger, Rob D'Amico, Jeff Mason, Sam Stein, John Sandweg, and Lisa Rubin join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Lawmakers review the uncensored Epstein files; what they say they saw in the documents. Then, Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the fifth at a House deposition. Also, new reporting on how Trump allies are turbocharging fundraising for facetime with the President. Plus, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear talks fighting against any attempts at election interference by the White House. Luke Broadwater, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Susan Glasser, Dan Nathan, Brooke Masters, Gov. Andy Beshear, and Ken Vogel join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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On Tonight’s Nightcap: President Trump appears to be laying the groundwork to contest the midterm election results, prominent GOP members call out Trump’s economy problem, and Bad Bunny is set to perform at the Superbowl as Turning Point USA hosts an alternative halftime show. Alexandra Pelosi, David Gura, Christina Greer, and John Fugelsang join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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Midterm worries grow as Republicans fear backlash to the administration's policies could cost them Congress – Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA), who pushed for the Epstein files release, demands answers on the DOJ’s redactions – & troubling signs for the economy as jobless claims in January reach the highest number since the Great Recession. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Joyce Vance, Catherine Rampell, Justin Wolfers, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Jonathan Haidt join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels were once at odds as White House staffer and White House reporter. Now they’re friends and colleagues—each co-hosting their own shows at MS NOW. But their off-air conversations are where the real action is. Their new show, “MS NOW Presents: Clock It” is an invitation to their groupchat, the liveliest—and most informative—in news. Whether it’s ICE getting dispatched to the Super Bowl because Bad Bunny’s doing the halftime show, or Nicolás Maduro’s Nike Tech fit, or Michael B. Jordan’s sole Oscar nomination despite playing three roles in Sinners, there is no collision between culture and politics that this show won’t document and decipher. Symone and Eugene see exactly what’s going on—and they want you to clock it, too.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: The president says a “softer touch” is required after the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Then, a major Wall Street GOP megadonor speaks out against the Trump administration’s involvement in American business. Plus, growing concerns over the Washington Post’s massive layoffs. Brendan Greeley, Andrea Flores, Max Rose, and David Litt join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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The President doubles down calls for Republicans to 'nationalize' America's elections, Trump's promised manufacturing boom is looking more like a retreat, and Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) joins Stephanie to discuss concerns over ICE's aggressive tactics as the government's top immigration officials are set to testify before his committee next week. Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, James Sample, Dan Nathan, Bharat Ramamurti, Sen. Ran Paul, and Scott Galloway join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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The powerful, wealthy figures in the newly released Epstein files. Then, an update on when the partial government shutdown is expected to end, and whether it’ll lead to any real change to immigration enforcement. Plus, new reporting on the half-a-billion-dollar deal between UAE royalty and the Trump family crypto business. Luke Broadwater, Daniella Diaz, Susan Glasser, Julie K. Brown, Sam Kessler, and Ron Insana join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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On tonight's Nightcap: Feds arrest journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort over Minnesota church protests, the DOJ drops 3 million more pages of Epstein files and says no more will be released, and Trump nominates Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve Chair. Glenn Thrush, Charles Coleman Jr., Joyce Vance, Antonia Hylton, Jon Ralston, and Anthony Fisher join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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Trump’s border czar signals a pullback of federal agents as Trump says he's in no way pulling back from immigration enforcement. Then, a deal has yet to be announced to avoid a government shutdown as negotiations on Capitol Hill continue late into the night. Plus, new questions about the FBI seizure of 2020 election records in Georgia. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Mosheh Oinounou, Nnamdi Egwuonwu, John Harwood, Max Chafkin, Greg Bluestein, and Joyce Vance join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: Tensions in Minnesota remain high as new footage is released showing an altercation 11 days before Alex Pretti was killed. Then, the FBI searches an elections office in Georgia for records related to the 2020 election. Plus, Trump escalates tensions with Iran as he threatens a "massive armada" is headed to the country. Jason Johnson, Daniel Koh, Peter Goodman, and John Avlon join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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The White House adjusts its response to the killing of Alex Pretti in Minnesota, a growing number of Republicans voice concerns over Trump’s immigration crackdown, and Trump visits Iowa to promote his economy as he tells Iowans, "we've got to win the midterms." David Noriega, Jeff Mason, Kyle Stokes, Rep. Jason Crow, Dan Nathan, Scott Lincicome, and Cardinal Blase Cupich join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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President Trump sends Border Czar Tom Homan to Minnesota, and calls back Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino. Then, the fight in Congress over DHS funding continues as the country moves closer to another government shutdown this week. Plus, Minnesota’s most powerful business leaders call for an immediate de-escalation of tensions. Akayla Gardner, Susan Glasser, Barbara McQuade, Mychael Schnell, Mark McKinnon, David Gura, Bill Cohan, and Rob Doar join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: The President upends cooperation with our most important global allies. Then, how affordability and immigration may work against Trump in the next election. Plus, TikTok finalizes a deal to create a new American entity that includes several big firms with ties to Trump. Steve Liesman, Molly Jong-Fast, Eddie Glaude, and Paul Rieckhoff join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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Trump calls for Jack Smith to be prosecuted as the former special counsel defends his investigations during an hours-long congressional hearing. Then, Vice President Vance visits Minneapolis, blasting state and local officials for unrest as new polling shows disapproval over ICE's tactics. Plus, Trump sues JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon for closing his bank accounts after the January 6th attack. Tim Heaphy, Carol Leonnig, Jeff Mason, Tim Miller, Brendan Greeley, Justin Wolfers, Antonia Hylton, and Sascha Faxe join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: The President posts that a “framework of a future deal” on Greenland has been reached, and walks back his threats of new tariffs. Then, the administration reportedly begins arresting immigrant in Maine in an operation that was intended to target the Somali community. Plus, the Pentagon orders active-duty military police soldiers to prepare for possible deployment to Minneapolis. David Rohde, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Dan Nathan, and Ahmed Baba join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Trump marks one year of his second term with new threats to take Greenland. Then, markets tumble with the fear of a trade war with Europe. Plus, tensions rise in Minnesota as the DOJ subpoenas the state's top Democratic officials. Peter Baker, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Tim O’Brien, Ron Insana, Jon Meacham, Bharat Ramamurti, and Berit Berger join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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The President’s takeover bid for Greenland continues as he threatens new tariffs and declines to rule out using military force. Then, two army battalions have been put on alert for possible deployment to Minneapolis as protests continue. Plus, one month past the deadline and the DOJ has yet to release most of the Epstein files. Laura Barron-Lopez, Susan Glasser, Gillian Tett, Michael McFaul, Rohit Chopra, and Barbara McQuade join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: The DOJ is investigating Minnesota governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Frey – then the President continues with his threats to take over Greenland and threatens to put new tariffs on countries that “don’t go along” with the acquisition – & new polling shows Democrats in a substantially stronger position than their GOP counterparts for the upcoming midterms. Antonia Hylton hosts as Ron Insana, Philip Bump, Molly Jong-Fast, Hayes Brown, and Kristy Greenberg join "The 11th Hour" this Friday night.
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President Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act as Minnesota protestors clash with federal immigration authorities. Then, ICE tactics ignite outrage amid growing calls to eliminate the agency. Plus, the White House unveils its health care plan, but can it replace the Affordable Care Act? Antonia Hylton hosts as Akayla Gardner, Susan Glasser, Joyce Vance, Alejandro Velasco, Natasha Sarin, and Justin Wolfers join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: Another shooting in Minneapolis involving federal agents, as a judge delays the decision that could bar more ICE agents from entering Minneapolis. Then, public opinion on ICE has plummeted, but Democrats are divided on how to approach the issue for the midterms. Plus, 2,400 dead in Iran as protests continue while President Trump hold the threat of military action. Symone Sanders hosts as Sabrina Siddiqui, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Sam Stein, John Harwood, and Barbara McQuade join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Trump defends his economy and calls “affordability” a fake word. Then, tensions escalate in Minneapolis as federal agents clash with protestors and top prosecutors resign over the Justice Department’s handling of the ICE shooting investigation. And, the death toll from Iran’s protests rises as Trump encourages protesters and warns of "strong action" by the U.S. Symone Sanders hosts as Jeff Mason, Toulouse Olorunnipa, David Drucker, Brendan Greeley, Max Chafkin, Mark Joseph Stern, and Nayyera Haq join "The 11th Hour" this Tuesday night.
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The Trump administration launches a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Then, Minnesota and the Twin Cities sue the government over immigration enforcement actions as more agents are sent in. Plus, protests intensify in Iran as the White House weighs potential military strikes. Alicia Menendez hosts as Peter Baker, Laura Barron-Lopez, Luke Broadwater, Jon Collins, Andrea Flores, Kristy Greenberg, Bharat Ramamurti & David Rohde join "The 11th Hour" this Monday night.
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Protests erupted across the country after an ICE agent shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis. The White House demonized the victim, while Minnesota officials called for ICE to leave the state. Then, Executives from the major U.S. oil companies met with the president at the White House, as he pressures them to get involved in rebuilding Venezuela's oil infrastructure. Plus, the buzz around the gay Canadian hockey show "Heated Rivalry". David Gura, Sami Sage, Mary Harris and Pablo Torre join The Nightcap.
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The fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis by an ICE agent sparks another night of protests, as more federal agents head to the city. Then, two people in Portland are shot and wounded in an incident involving U.S. border patrol agents, according to DHS. Plus, the President suggests U.S. control over Venezuela could last years. Michele Norris, Peter Baker, Joyce Vance, Reed Galen, Justin Wolfers, Rohit Chopra, and Jacob Soboroff join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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Protests erupt in Minneapolis after a 37-year-old American citizen was shot and killed by an ICE officer. Plus, the Trump administration reveals briefs Congress on its plans to control Venezuela's economy and oil reserves. Alex Tabet, Rob D'Amico, Tom Manger, John Sandweg, Rep. Kelly Morrison, Paul Rieckhoff, and Hagar Chemali join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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The latest with Venezuela as President Trump's plan for Venezuelan oil takes shape. Plus, The White House tries to rewrite the events of Jan. 6. And, RFK slashes the number of vaccines recommended for children. Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Michael McFaul, Dan Nathan, Stacey Vanek Smith, Jon Meacham, and Dr. Vin Gupta join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Venezuela's Maduro pleads not guilty in his first court appearance. Plus, Trump reveals his main focus when it comes to Venezuela. And, after months of fighting and failed deals, millions of Americans will face skyrocketing healthcare premiums after ACA subsidies expire. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, David Rohde, Kristy Greenberg, Ron Insana, Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, and Nicholas Kristof join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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Contrary to his previous comments, the latest release of Epstein documents shows President Trump flew on Epstein's jet at least 8 times. Plus, while new data shows a booming a economy, consumer confidence is at its lowest level since the April tariff rollout. And, The White House escalates pressure on Venezuela with more boat strikes and the threat of military action. Glenn Thrush, Mychael Schnell, David Drucker, Ron Insana, Justin Wolfers, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, and Brandon Ambrosino join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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DOJ says it will release more documents related to the Epstein investigation even as it faces backlash for partial disclosures so far. Plus, Turning Point USA's flagship event puts an unwelcome spotlight on the splits inside MAGA. And, Paramount doesn't back down from the Warner Bros. Discovery rejection as it raises the stakes with a "personal guarantee" form Larry Ellison. Susan Glasser, Peter Baker, Daniella Diaz, Tim Miller, Dan Nathan, Rohit Chopra, and Joseph Kahn join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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The DOJ partially releases first batch of files surrounding the Epstein investigation despite Friday's deadline to release all unclassified records. Plus, President Trump takes his message on the economy to North Carolina. And, the Kennedy Center's signage makeover to include Trump's name. Kristy Greenberg, Mychael Schnell, Carol Leonnig, Philip Bump, David Rohde, Max Chafkin, Hayes Brown, and Catherine Rampell join the Nightcap this Friday.
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Breaking news on Brown University shooting suspect found dead in New Hampshire, Trump heads to North Carolina to test his new affordability message as the DOJ faces a Friday deadline to release the Epstein files, and the administration ramps up its immigration crackdown as ICE reportedly raids private construction sites without warrants. Marc Santia, Rob D'Amico, Joyce Vance, Akayla Gardner, Jeff Mason, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Ron Insana, David Gura, and Jared McClain join Catherine Rampell on The 11th Hour.
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Trump delivers a prime-time address focused on defending the economy and tariffs and bashing his predecessor and democrats. Plus, Speaker Johnson insists he has control of the House as four Republicans break rank and force a vote on extending ACA subsidies. And, the U.S. military announced another boat strike that killed four people just a day after the president annouced a 'complete blockade' of sanctioned oil tankers in and out of Venezuela. Mychael Schnell, Joel Payne, John Harwood, Lt. Col. Daniel Maurer, and Symone Sanders-Townsend join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles tells all to Vanity Fair and pulls back the curtain on Trump's policies and his cabinet. Latest jobs report includes a warning sign for the economy as unemployment hits a four-year high. And Trump escalates tensions with Venezuela, ordering a blockade of all 'sanctioned oil tankers' in and out of the country. Peter Baker, Leigh Ann Caldwell, David Drucker, Justin Wolfers, Gene Sperling, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, and Barbara McQuade join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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The Senate rejects health care bills as premiums are set to spike for millions next month. Then, new reporting on the White House preparing to seize more oil tankers off the coast of Venezuela. Plus, Disney’s deal with OpenAI, and what it could mean for the future of media and artificial intelligence. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Julie Rovner, Brian Barrett, Max Chafkin, Rep. Jake Auchincloss, and Rabbi Marc Schneier join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight’s Nightcap: The U.S. seizes an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, and Trump suggests keeping the oil from it – U.S. Border Patrol proposes foreign travelers must disclose five years of their social media history – & how the Donald Trump, Jr's fortune jumped 5 times in the last year thanks to their Crypto ventures. Jake Ward, Claire McCaskill, Brendan Greeley, and Ahmed Baba join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Trump gives himself an "A plus plus plus plus" on the economy, but voters have a different point of view – The White House gives Nvidia the green light to sell more powerful AI chips to China, rolling back years of policy – & Australia becomes the first in the world to ban social media for kids under 16 including platforms like Tik-Tok, Youtube, and Instagram. Jeff Mason, James Pindell, Reed Galen, Danny Moses, Ron Insana, Lucas Shaw, and Roger McNamee join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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The President backtracks after saying he'd have "no problem" releasing the video of the second boat strike in the Caribbean and now says it's up to Pete Hegseth. Then, a big day at the Supreme Court as Justices could give more power to fire government officials. Plus, Paramount makes a hostile bid for Warner Brothers, Discovery, and what we know about Jared Kushner’s role in the offer.
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On tonight's #Nightcap: The Trump White House faces troubling polls, a defense secretary under fire and a House GOP in disarray. Plus - the $83 billion Netflix - Warner Bros. deal raises eyebrows as well as some red flags from the entertainment community. And Sabrina Carpenter pushes back against the administration for using one of her songs. Ali Vitali, Steve Liesman, Charlie Sykes, and Pablo Torre join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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The first classified briefings on the deadly US boat strike that killed two survivors. Then, a grand jury refuses to reindict New York Attorney General Letitia James just weeks after her case was dismissed. Plus, a former MAGA warrior turns his back on the movement; why he’s now helping other MAGA diehards defect. Peter Baker, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Tom Nichols, Joyce Vance, Natasha Sarin, Rohit Chopra, and Rich Logis join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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On tonight's Nightcap: The admiral who ordered a second strike on an alleged drug boat will brief lawmakers on Capitol Hill tomorrow. Then, Congress presses the Justice Department to release the Epstein files. Plus, the administration's plans to restore Trump's tariffs if the Supreme Court strikes them down. Philip Bump, Anthony Fischer, Molly Jong-Fast, and Teddy Schleifer join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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The democratic candidate in Tennessee's special House election makes a surprising showing in a deep-red district, Secretary Hegseth tries to distance himself from fallout over the administration's boat strikes, and Costco sues the Trump administration for full tariff refunds if the Supreme Court strikes them down. Daniella Diaz, Larry Sabato, Mark McKinnon, Barry McCaffrey, Brendan Greeley, Bharat Ramamurti, and Amb. Bill Taylor join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Congress sounds the alarm over the Trump administration's boat strikes, raising questions about a possible war crime. Then, a Tennessee district that went double digits for Trump may be in play for Democrats in an unexpectedly close House race. Plus, a Federal appeals court disqualifies the President's former attorney as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor.
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White House sets new two-week deadline to decide on U.S. involvement in Iran. Then, Steve Bannon visits the White House as MAGA clashes over potential U.S. military action. Plus, White House border czar says immigration raids on worksites, including farms and hotels, will continue. Melanie Zanona, Peter Baker, Nayyera Haq, Ernie Tedeschi, Justin Wolfers, Joyce Vance and Joel Payne join The 11th Hour this Thursday.
Concerns rise over potential U.S. involvement in the conflict between Israel and Iran. Then, the deep MAGA divide over a possible U.S. strike on Iran. Plus, Trump reverses his reversal on ICE raids. Tim O’Brien, Hagar Chemali, Mark McKinnon and Charlotte Howard join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.
Sources tell NBC News that Trump is considering his options on Iran, including a potential U.S. strike. Then, oil giant executives warn of major supply disruptions and price volatility as Israel-Iran conflict intensifies. Plus, Ukraine faces its deadliest attack from Russia as the G7 is cut short. Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Amna Nawaz, Dan Nathan, Max Chafkin, Julia Ioffe and Evan Osnos join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
SUMMARY: Vance Boelter, the man accused of hunting down Minnesota lawmakers, is now in custody, facing both federal and state murder charges. Then, Trump leaves the G7 early after posting a warning to residents of Tehran to evacuate immediately. Plus, the Trump family announces that it is launching a new wireless service. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, Jeremy Bash, David Drucker, Ron Insana and MacKenzie Sigalos join The 11th Hour this Monday.
This Nightcap roundtable discusses Trump's military parade tomorrow as thousands of protests are planned in all 50 states. Then, Iran and Israel exchange strikes as the conflict escalates in the Middle East. Plus, how the world is moving on without the U.S. And, see who made this week’s MVP list. Colonel Jack Jacobs, Anthony Fisher, Steve Liesman and Pablo Torre join The 11th Hour this Friday.
Congress certifies Trump's 2024 election victory without incident exactly four years after the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Plus, a change in stance? How companies who pledged to withhold donations from those who disputed the 2020 election results are now backing Trump. And, Candian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced he is stepping down. What this could mean for the country's relationship with the U.S. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, Jon Allen, Lauren Hirsch, Robert Garcia, and Matina Stevis-Gridneff join The 11th Hour this Monday.
It's the first Nightcap episode of 2025, and the roundtable shares their thoughts on the newly re-elected Speaker Mike Johnson. Plus, Judge Merchan orders Trump to be sentenced in his hush money case on January 10th. And, who made the list for this week's MVPs. Mary Harris, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Ron Insana, and Melissa Murray join The 11th Hour this Friday.
As people return from the holidays, authorities release more information about the terror attack in New Orleans as well as the cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas. Plus, a new Congress will be sworn in tomorrow. But will Mike Johnson remain House Speaker? And, President Biden presented Presidential Citizens Medals to 20 recipients, including the chairs of the January 6th Committee. Frank Figliuzzi, Peter Baker, Jasmine Wright, Amna Nawaz, Councilman JP Morrell, Aisha Mills, Mike Madrid, and Euguene Daniels join The 11th Hour with Symone Sanders-Townsend this Thursday night.
The long-awaited House Ethics Committee report into Matt Gaetz is released. Plus, Silicon Valley's growing influence in the next administration as Trump taps more tech leaders for government positions. And a sitting Congresswoman from Texas is absent for months from Capitol Hill only to turn up in a senior living facility. Carol Leonnig, Dave Weigel, Charles Coleman Jr., Max Chafkin, Roger McNamee, Chuck Rocha, and Mark McKinnon join the 11th Hour this Monday night.
Congress passed a continuing resolution just hours before funding was set to run out. Plus, the battle within the GOP as members defy Trump's demand on the debt ceiling. And, why one reporter is calling Elon Musk 'a new kind of oligarch.' Sahil Kapur, Melanie Zanona, Jon Allen, Gillian Tett, Bill Cohan, Matthew Dowd, and Conor Lamb join The 11th Hour this Friday.
With 24 hours until government funding runs out, a shutdown during the holidays looms after the Republican bill fails to pass. Plus, a breakdown of all the GOP chaos on Capitol Hill along with the democrats response. And, comedian Jim Gaffigan joins to talk about his new comedy special. Sam Stein, Ali Vitali, David Drucker Stuart Stevens, Heidi Heitkamp and Patrick Redford join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
With just 2 days before a possible government shutdown, Trump slams a bipartisan bill to keep the government open until March. Plus, the House Ethics Committee voted to release their report on Matt Gaetz -- and it could come out as soon as this week. And, Rep. Jamie Raskin joins, fresh off his election as Ranking Member of the Judiciary Committee. David Jolly, Basil Smikle, Philip Bump, and Dan Nathan join the 11th Hour this Wednesday.
Our Nightcap tackles Trump's cabinet choices and what they could mean for America. Plus, what can the Democrats really get done in a GOP-controlled Washington. And, it wouldn't be a Nightcap without our MVP picks of the week. Mary Harris, Max Rose, Tom Rogers, & Stephanie Gosk join Stephanie Ruhle for this week's 11th Hour Nightcap.
Trump announces more cabinet choices, tapping JFK Jr. to be Secretary of Health and Human Services. And, how conpspiracy website "Infowars" went from declaring bankruptcy to being part of "The Onion". Plus, the roadblocks on Matt Gaetz's path to become US attorney general. Peter Baker, Charlotte Alter, McKay Coppins, Dr. Kavita Patel, Ben Collins, Basil Smikle, Charlie Dent, and Tim Shriver join the 11th Hour this Thursday
Trump chooses former Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general, but can he get through the Senate confirmation process? Then Elon Musk goes from Trump campaign backer to Trump administration member. But how long will this last? And, former Democrat turned Fox News host Tulsi Gabbard is Trump's choice for Director of National Intelligence. Luke Broadwater, Carlos Curbelo, Joyce Vance, Ryan Reilly, Max Chafkin, Max Rose, Charlie Sykes, Leighton Woodhouse, and Fernand Amandi join the 11th Hour this Wednesday.
The public is learning more as positions are being announced in Trump's second administration, including a Fox News host as Defense Secretary and Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy tabbed to lead a new depart of government efficiency. Plus, new reporting that Trump may establish a 'warrior board' that could purge high ranking generals. And, what to make of Trump's promise to abolish the Department of Education. Abby Livingston, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Hans Nichols, Cardiff Garcia, Ron Insana, Arne Duncan, Reed Galen, and Conor Lamb join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
Choosing a NATO critic as National Security Advisor and an immigration hard-liner as his border czar, Trump's cabinet picks are giving us a clear idea of what his second administration will be like. Plus, we discuss how Trump may use tariffs to pick winners and losers. David Drucker, Susan Glasser, Hayes Brown, Dan Nathan, David Gura, David Folkenflik, Rick Wilson, and Sen. Doug Jones join the 11th Hour this Monday.
Now that everyone has had a few days to digest the results of the 2024 election, what are we thinking about? Our Nightcap crew dives deep into all of the storylines, including Trump's enduring appeal with Americans and what that says about us. Peter Baker, Pablo Torre, Eddie Glaude, and Christina Greer join Stephanie Ruhle for The 11th Hour Nightcap.
We discuss a nationwide shift to the right and the voters who made a Trump victory possible. Plus, the Fed cut interest rates again as inflation approaches their target of 2%. And, what role the economy played in the election. George Conway, Dave Wasserman, Maria Teresa Kumar, Erik Schatzker, Peter Goodman, and Nicholas Kristof join the 11th Hour this Thursday.
Tonight, we step back and look at who we are as a country and what we want moving forward. Plus, Republicans solidify their status as the working class party, and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders attributes the Democratic Party's loss to defending the status quo. David Jolly, Michael Steele, Sami Sage, Tim O'Brien, Fmr Rep. Tim Ryan, and Jon Meacham join the 11th Hour this Wednesday.
It's officially election day, and we discuss the past three months of Kamala Harris' campaign. Plus, a PA judge is allowing Elon Musk to continue his $1 million voter giveaway sweepstakes. And, law enforcement agencies are ramping up security at election sites, including panic buttons, surveillance drones, and even snipers. Symone Sanders-Townsend, David Jolly, Jon Allen, and Molly Jong-Fast, Dan Nathan, Tim O'Brien, Matthew Sanderson, and Jon Meacham join the 11th Hour this Election Day.
Election Day is around the corner and Vice President Kamala Harris could become the first woman, first Black woman, and first South-Asian to sit in the Oval Office. In light of this moment, we’re resharing our 2020 series “Kamala: Next in Line,” from MSNBC and Wondery. Hosted by Joy Reid, "Next In Line" is an intimate and immersive look into what drives Harris, what her critics say about her, and how she arrived at this historic moment.
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Liz Cheney joined Kamala Harris on the campaign trail in Ripon, WI - the place that is considered the birth of the Republican party. Plus, Stacey Abrams joins to share her insights and strategies to victory in the 2024 election. Plus, a new documentary on the controversial family separation policy under the Trump administration. Peter Baker, Amna Nawaz, Dave Weigel, Conor Lamb, Reed Galen, Jacob Soboroff, Errol Morris
In a new court filing against Trump, Jack Smith lays out why his election interference case should go ahead in spite of the SCOTUS ruling on presidential immunity. Plus, the Longshoremen's strike continues as we look at how it's affecting one of the busiest ports. And, a look into the ground team helping the victims of Hurricane Helene. Jon Allen, Errin Haines, Molly Jong-Fast, Neal Katyal, Gov. Wes Moore, and Chef José Andrés join the 11th Hour this Wednesday.
Former President Trump spreads lies about how the White House handled the devastating aftermath from Hurricane Helene as the death toll continues to climb. Plus, tomorrow is the first VP debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance and potentially final debate of the 2024 campaign. And will the White House step in to stop a port strike that could be a stress test for the economy? Jeff Mason, Susan Glasser, Sam Stein, Dan Nathan, Steve Liesman, Basil Smikle, and Tim Miller join the 11th Hour this Monday.
This week's Nightcap is here to talk VP Harris and Trump's dueling visions for the economy and immigration. Plus, what to expect this week with New York City's Mayor Eric Adams as he faces federal corruption charges. And, it wouldn't be a Nightcap without our group sharing their MVPs of the week. Alex Witt, Tom Rogers, Christina Greer, and Joanna Coles join Stephanie Ruhle for The 11th Hour Nightcap.
Hurricane Helene slams Florida's coast as an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm. Vice President Harris heads to the southern border to talk immigration. Plus, Mayor Eric Adams is charged with bribery and wire fraud in an alleged pay-to-play scheme that prosecutors say spanned ten years. And, a discussion on Trump's fitness for office. Bill Karins, Jon Allen, Hayes Brown, Natasha Korecki, Jesse Kirsch, Kathy Park, Jeremy Saland, Charlie Sykes, Max Rose, Ron Insana, and Peter Spiegel join the 11th Hour this Thursday.
VP Harris sits down exclusively with Stephanie Ruhle for her first one-on-one interview with a major network since becoming the democratic nominee. The Vice President lays out her vision for an "opportunity economy," reproductive freedom, and Trump's "broken promises." Peter Baker, David Gura, Claire McCaskill, and Michael Steele join the 11th Hour to react.
VP Kamala Harris and Fmr President Donald Trump are leaning into issues that energize their bases. Plus, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm joins to discuss how clean energy is boosting the economy, particularly in red states. And, sports legend Brett Favre's surprising announcement as he testified before Congress. Leigh Ann Caldwell, Hugo Lowell, Molly Jong Fast, Steve Kornacki, Mike Madrid, and Jason Johnson join The 11th Hour on this Tuesday night.
New polling from NBC News shows a huge popularity boost for VP Kamala Harris as she leads Donald Trump by 5 points nationally. And while JD Vance and Tim Walz prepare for their debate, Democrats are trolling Trump for not committing to another debate with Harris. Susan Glasser, Gabriel Debenedetti, and Akayla Gardner join Symone Sanders-Townsend on The 11th Hour.
We get a breakdown of the new MSNBC flim "From Russia with Lev" from Executive Producer Rachel Maddow and main character Lev Parnas. Plus, the latest on the Georgia election board's ruling requiring hand-counting of ballots. And, chaos within the House Republican caucus as members try to resist Trump's push for a government shutdown. Ali Velshi hosts a special 11th Hour with Greg Bluestein, Ashley Parker, Jon Allen, Mychael Schnell.
New polls show the race remains tight even as VP Harris continues to improve nationally and in swing states. Plus, the GOP candidate for governor of North Carolina continues his campaign after a report about shocking comments made online. And, Georgia's state election board gets set to vote on new rules that could change how ballots are counted. McKay Coppins, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Larry Sabato, Justin Wolfers, Brendan Greeley, Brian Tyler Cohen, Stuart Stevens, and LaTosha Brown join The 11th Hour this Thursday.
A look at the tight race with less than 70 days till election day as the first mail-in ballots will be sent this week. Plus, what polling is saying about the 2024 election. And, Democrats are bringing reproductive freedom front and center- how voters feel about the issue. Susan Glasser, Errin Haines, Dave Weigel, Mandela Barnes, Mark McKinnon, John Della Volpe, Mark Murray, and Nikki Fried join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
Democratic nominees Kamala Harris and Tim Walz sit down for their first interview since they launched their campaign. Plus, Trump rallies in battleground states, takes news questions about what happened at Arlington National Cemetery. And, breaking down new polls showing a tightening 2024 race, with Harris holding a narrow lead in key states. Jeff Mason, Amna Nawaz, Natasha Korecki, Tara Setmayer, Chuck Rocha, Latosha Brown join The 11th Hour this Thursday.
The Harris-Walz team kicks off their roadtrip in rural Georgia with just 10 weeks till election day. The Democrats hope this trip will help them to cut into Trump's margin. Also, Trump is now facing blacklash over an incident at Arlington Cemetery and now his campaign is attempting to do damage control. Plus, we look at the election lawsuits in Georgia and Arizona over vote couting and voting prodecures. Akayala Gardner, Greg Bluestein, Eugene Daniels. Basil Smikle, Susan Del Percio, Carrie Levine, Nayyera Haq joins The 11th Hour this Wednesday.
The Harris-Walz ticket hits the campaign trail once again headed to Georgia on their bus tour. Plus, Jack Smith hands Trump another indictment amid continuing legal troubles. And, more GOP supporters continue to show their allegiance to Harris for President. Toluse Olorunnipa, Errin Hayes, McKay Coppins, Harry Litman, Tim Miller, Brian Tyler Cohen, and Ben Rhodes join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
Donald Trump is threatening to pull out of the first presidential debate after the Harris campaign proposed a change to the format. Plus, Trump's attempt to recast himself as an abortion rights supporters -- whether voters will buy it. And, why democrats are suing Georgia's Election Board over new certification rules. Hayes Brown, Tyler Pager, Jasmine Wright, David Jolly, Maria Urbina, Sam Gringlas, and Michael Bociurkiw join The 11th Hour this Monday.
Our Nightcap roundtable is back for another week recapping the biggest moments of the Democratic National Convention. Plus, the group shares their MVPs of the week. Molly Jong-Fast, Heidi HediKamp, Trymaine Lee, and Jon Allen join The 11th Hour this Friday
For this week's nightcap our roundtable dives into Vice President Harris's economic policy plans to tackle cost of food, housing and more. Plus, a lookahead at DNC that starts on Monday. And, who's who in MVP of the week. Willie Geist, James Carville, Basil Smikle, and Paul Rieckhoff join The 11th Hour this Friday.
President Biden joined Vice President Harris in Maryland for their first event since dropping out. The event was a victory lap after the Inflation Reduction Act gave Medicare the power to negotiate lower drug prices. Plus: Trump tries to push back his NY hush money sentencing. And, student journalism exposes former University of Florida President Ben Sasse's eye-popping spending. Peter Baker, Yamiche Alcindor, Mike Memoli, Joyce Vance, Conor Lamb, Carlos Curbelo, and Aidan Bush join The 11th Hour this Thursday.
Donald Trump attempts to refocus his campaign with a speech on his economic policy, but it turned into attacks on VP Harris. Plus, for the first time since 2021 the inflation rate is below 3%; what it means for the 2024 race. And, the former police chief of Marion, Kansas was charged after leading a raid on a local newspaper. The paper’s editor joins us. Sam Stein, Isaac Arnsdorf, Brian Stelter, Peter Spiegel, Justin Wolfers, David Jolly, Maria Teresa Kumar, and Eric Meyer join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.
Governor Tim Walz took the stage in his first solo campaign event, responding to the right-wing attacks on his military record. Plus, two additional states have added abortion rights to their ballots; how that could impact battleground states come November. And a new poll in Florida shows troubling signs for Trump. Hans Nichols, Gabriel Debenedetti, Errin Haines, Heidi Heitkamp, Stuart Stevens, Amy McGrath, and James Surowiecki join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
Vice President Harris is preparing for the Democratic National Convention and plans to announce her economic policies this week. Plus, a secret video from Project 2025 demonstrates more on what a second Trump term would look like. And, the FBI is now looking into an attempted hack on both the Trump and Harris Presidential campaign. Susan Glasser, Toluse Olorunnipa, Teddy Schleifer, John Della Volpe, Larry Sabato, Andy Kroll, and Clint Watts join The 11th Hour this Monday.
This week's Nightcap digs into the latest on Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, which now includes running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Plus, how the Trump-Vance campaign is responding to all the attention on Harris and Walz. Also, the impact of election misinformation and Elon Musk's role. And of course, everyone gives their MVPs of the week. David French, Mary Harris, Christina Greer, and John Fugelsang join The 11th Hour.
Polls show a tight race between the Trump-Vance and Harris-Walz campaigns and Trump seems to be struggling. Plus, Trump and Kamala Harris finally agree to a debate with ABC News on September 10. And how Trump's media company would impact a potential second Trump administration. Peter Baker, Carol Leonnig, Yamiche Alcindor, Tim Miller, Bob Torricelli, Ken Martin, and David Freedlander join The 11th Hour.
Vice President Kamala Harris has officially chosen a running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Plus, a look at Walz's congressional record and how he compares to JD Vance. And, how the stock market rebounded after its major loses from yesterday. Basil Smikle, Yamiche Alcindor, Jasmine Wright, Blois Olson, Dave Weigel, Doug Jones, Mark McKinnon, Dan Nathan and David Gura join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
Vice President Kamala Harris has the votes for the Democratic nomination and will announce her running mate for the 2024 presidential race on Tuesday. Meanwhile, all eyes are on Wall Steet after the stock market's rough day, which sparked fears of a recession. Plus, state officials say Elon Musk is spreading election misinformation. We discuss all of this and more on tonight's 11th Hour, joined by Susan Glasser, Errin Haines, Reese Gorman, Ron Insana, Former Senator Evan Bayh, and Roger McNamee.
This week, our Nightcap crew weighs in on the state of the presidential race following Donald Trump's comments at a Black journalist convention and VP Kamala Harris receiving enough votes for a Democratic nomination. Also, JD Vance ramps up attacks on Harris while she wraps up her vice president search and works with President Biden to exchange prisoners with Russia. Plus, everyone highlights their MVPs. Ali Velshi, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Pablo Torre, and Juanita Tolliver join The 11th Hour.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at a rally in Texas today, after Trump questioned Harris' race at the National Association of Black Journalists. And Senator Cory Booker gives his thoughts on what's at stake with the 2024 election, and the current state of the race. Hans Nichols, Jon Allen, Michael Steele, Tim Miller, Molly Jong-Fast, and Nayyera Haq join The 11th Hour on this Wednesday night.
As polls show a close race for the White House, both Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump are battling it out in the swing state of Georgia in attempts to win over Black voters. Meanwhile, the director of Project 2025 steps down, but talk about the 900+ page document is not going anywhere. Plus, the latest results from the Arizona primaries, a state that's become a hotbed for election denialism. Symone Sanders hosts The 11th Hour, joined by LaTosha Brown, Eugene Daniels, Jasmine Wright, Stuart Stevens, David Plouffe, and General Barry McCaffrey.
While Vice President Kamala Harris tries to keep up her momentum from the successful start of her campaign last week with a new focus on abortion rights, the Trump-Vance campaign is working to figure out where to hit her where it hurts. Also, President Joe Biden unveils new reform proposals for the Supreme Court. Plus, new reporting on JD Vance's career as a venture capitalist and his connections to Silicon Valley. Susan Glasser, Errin Haines, McKay Coppins, Andrew Weissmann, Teddy Schleifer, Brian Schwartz, and Brian Stelter join The 11th Hour.
After Vice President Kamala Harris' historic first week on the campaign trail, our Nightcap roundtable breaks down its early success; how memes circulating on social media have played a role and the next steps she plans to take in her race for the White House. Plus, both Harris and Donald Trump are feeling the running mate pressure, but in different ways -- while Harris is rushing to choose, some Republicans have started to doubt Trump's pick, Ohio Senator JD Vance. Jon Allen, Kimberly Atkins Stohr, Eddie Glaude, and Pete Wehner join.
Vice President Kamala Harris has had record fundraising and is now just one point behind Trump among likely voters. Plus, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman joins to discuss his endorsement of Harris. Plus, some Republicans are asking if Trump needs a new running mate. Peter Baker, Yamiche Alcindor, Jasmine Wright, Reid Hoffman, Simon Rosenberg, Matthew Dowd, and Anne Applebaum join The 11th Hour.
President Joe Biden took to the Oval Office on Wednesday, addressing his decision to leave the 2024 presidential race and "finish the job." Plus, the DNC lays out the process for officially nominating their candidate. And why Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress. Mike Memoli, Susan Glasser, Jelani Cobb, Jaime Harrison, and Gov. Tim Walz join The 11th Hour.
The Kamala Harris Campaign kicks off as the vice president visits battleground Wisconsin, fresh off endorsements from two key Democrats. Plus, the chances of a Trump-Harris debate actually happening, and the latest on veepstakes. Carol Leoning, Yamiche Alcindor, Hans Nichols, Steve Israel, Gov. Jared Polis, Stuart Stevens, Juanita Tolliver, and Jeffrey Sonnenfeld join the 11th Hour.
The Harris campaign is quickly taking shape, with help from additional Democratic endorsements and a record-breaking surge in campaign funds. We look at Harris’ message and the Trump-Vance campaign response. Jeff Mason, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Jennifer Palmieri, Wes Moore, Tim Ryan, Mark McKinnon, Basil Smikle, and Jon Meacham join.
Republicans formally nominated Donald Trump and JD Vance at the RNC this week. But for all the talk of “unity,” the speeches echoed many of the dark themes of Trump’s first term. Meanwhile, Biden faced growing calls to drop out as he spent the week recovering from COVID. Charlie Sykes, Heidi Heitkamp, Peter Baker, and Mychael Schnell join to discuss.
President Joe Biden continues to defy calls to end his candidacy, doubling down at his first news conference since the presidential debate in late June. Our Nightcap roundtable discusses the state of his campaign and former President Donald Trump's attempts to distance himself from Project 2025 while meeting with a foreign authoritarian leader at Mar-A-Lago. Plus, the potential impact of a recent attack on teachers orchestrated entirely via TikTok - and of course, everyone gives their MVPs of the week. Hayes Brown, Joyce Vance, Claire Mccaskill, and Jemele Hill join.
President Biden hosted his first press conference since the debate against former President Trump and made it clear he will not exit the 2024 presidential race. Meanwhile, Trump continues his attempts to distance himself from Project 2025 as he meets with Hungary's authoritarian leader, Viktor Orban. Plus, a positive sign for the U.S. economy, as wages begin to surpass inflation. Peter Baker, Carol Leonnig, Jon Allen, Jeff Mason, Stuart Stevens, Ryan Teague Beckwith, Jennifer Palmieri, Dan Nathan, and Ron Insana join The 11th Hour.
President Biden prepares for a 'critical' press conference amid new calls for him to drop out of the race for the White House. Also, VP Harris is ramping up attacks on Donald Trump and taking direct aim at Project 2025. Plus, NATO partners are now trying to "Trump-proof" the alliance against a possible second Trump presidency. Tyler Pager, Eugene Daniels, Mychael Schnell, Amna Nawaz, Reed Galen, Donna Edwards, and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson join.
It's a high-stakes week for Joe Biden as he fights to keep his campaign alive. He hosted NATO's 75th anniversary summit in Washington amid concerns about his run for the White House. Meanwhile, the Republican National Convention is less than one week away and Donald Trump has yet to announce his VP pick. Also, Trump is reportedly planning to try to block hearings for his federal elections case until after the November vote. Hans Nichols, Molly Jong-Fast, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Hugo Lowell, Andrew Weissmann, Matthew Dowd, and Daniel Squadron join.
Joe Biden is pushing back against calls to drop out of the presidential race, trying to reassure Capitol Hill Democrats and campaign donors that he's in it to win it. Also, Donald Trump takes to social media to deny any knowledge of or involvement in Project 2025, saying he even disagrees with some of the content. Plus, French voters reject a far-right takeover -- could the same thing happen here in November? Susan Glasser, Mike Memoli, Dave Weigel, Ahmed Baba, Mark McKinnon, and Chuck Rocha join The 11th Hour.
President Biden hosted Dem governors and spoke with congressional leaders Wednesday, assuring them that he was not leaving the race. Plus, the Supreme Court's recent ruling on immunity has thrown a wrench in Jack Smith's case against Trump; what could be next. Peter Baker, Eugene Daniels, Donna Edwards, Marcus Childress, Joyce Vance, Melissa Murray, and Michael Beschloss join.
Tonight, Stormy Daniels - the woman at the center of Donald Trump's hush money trial - gave her first interview since his guilty verdict. And, following the Supreme Court's presidential immunity decision on Monday, the judge has delayed his sentencing until mid-September. Plus, Joe Biden comments on his performance at the recent debate. McKay Coppins, Lisa Rubin, Hans Nichols, Tim O'Brien, Jennifer Palmieri, Michael Steele, Bill Cohan, and Josh Brown join The 11th Hour.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday that former presidents have significant immunity from prosecution. The 11th Hour dives into how the decision might impact Donald Trump's election interference case. Also, what might come next for Joe Biden's presidential campaign following his performance at the first presidential debate Harry Litman, Susan Glasser, Andrew Weissman, Jon Allen, David Plouffe, Stuart Stevens, and David Tatel join.
It's been a big week, with Joe Biden and Donald Trump facing off in the first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign. Plus, there were some significant Supreme Court rulings -- including one involving January 6th charges. The 11th Hour Nightcap crew looks at how these developments will affect the nation. Plus, why there's so much attention on women's basketball and everyone gives their MVPs of the week. Sarah Cooper, Tim Miller, Molly Jong-Fast, and Charles Coleman Jr. join.
A Supreme Court document related to a high-stakes abortion case was accidentally released online one day ahead of the first debate. What this means for the high court, plus how Joe Biden and Donald Trump are preparing to tackle abortion access and other issues during their debate. Also, former GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger publicly endorses Biden, and Maryland Governor Wes Moore talks immigration and the race for the White House. George Conway, Eddie Glaude, Carol Leonnig, Wes Moore, Mark Joseph Stern, Mike Madrid, and Charlie Dent join.
In less than two days, Joe Biden and Donald Trump will face off at their first debate of the 2024 campaign - and Trump is ramping up on the disparaging comments. Meanwhile, over a dozen Nobel Prize-winning economists warn against Trump's economic proposals, predicting an inflation bomb if he returns to the White House. Plus, why West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin left the Democratic party and how he plans to vote in November. Hans Nichols, Peter Baker, Harry Litman, Joe Manchin, Stuart Stevens, Maria Teresa Kumar, Steve Rattner, and Andrew Ross Sorkin join.
Joe Biden sharpens his message on abortion rights ahead of the first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign. The Biden team released a campaign ad taking aim at Donald Trump for his role in overturning Roe v. Wade. Also, the government and Trump's lawyers face off at a hearing on a proposed gag order in the classified documents case. Plus, Special Olympics chair Tim Shriver on how his "Dignity Index" can help us all find common ground. Barbara McQuade, Jon Allen, Josh Gerstein, Neal Katyal, Mark McKinnon, Heidi Heitkamp, and Tim Shriver join.
With less than one week to go until the presidential candidates' first debate, our Nightcap roundtable looks at where the campaigns stand right now. Plus, the real impact of Louisiana's law about the Ten Commandments in schools. And - everyone gives their MVPs of the week. Mary Carillo, Susan Page, James Carville, and Eddie Glaude join.
Democrats are pushing to address an 1873 law they say could be used to create a national abortion ban if Trump wins. Plus, new details on the first presidential debate. And new reporting on what colleagues told the judge overseeing the Mar-a-Lago documents case. Evan McMorris-Santoro, Juanita Tolliver, Tara Setmayer, Amanda Carpenter, Joyce Vance, David Gura, and Peter Spiegel join.
On this Juneteenth, the Biden-Harris campaign is out with a new ad focusing on African-American contributions to the nation, as Trump's team releases a five-line statement starting with "All Slaves are Free!" Then, a new warning about what far-right wants to see in a future America. Also, the White House responds to Netanyahu's accusation that the U.S. is "withholding weapons" from Israel amid its war with Hamas. Vaughn Hillyard, Molly Jong-Fast, Symone Sanders Townsend, Tim Miller, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, Heather Cox Richardson, and Michael Allen join.
Joe Biden announces a new policy shielding undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens from deportation and says he'll let Trump's tax cuts expire for the wealthy if elected. Plus, Putin arrives in North Korea amidst Russia-Ukraine war. And Trump campaigns in Wisconsin, denying negative comments about Milwaukee. Peter Baker, Raul Reyes, Ali Vitali, Charlie Sykes, Cornell Belcher, Michael McFaul, Gabriela Cowperthwaite, and Nathan Halverson join The 11th Hour.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore makes history with an order to pardon some 175,000 marijuana convictions. Also, the Biden campaign launches a $50 million ad campaign that includes a focus on Donald Trump's criminal convictions. Plus, the new rules for the upcoming presidential debate include muted microphones for both candidates. And Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy calls for tobacco-style warning labels on social media platforms. Wes Moore, Charles Coleman Jr., Jon Allen, Yamiche Alcindor, Matthew Dowd, Chuck Rocha, and Jonathan Haidt join The 11th Hour.
President Biden was in Italy for the G7 following his son’s guilty verdict, while Trump returned to Capitol Hill. Plus, the Supreme Court’s big rulings on abortion medication and gun access. And of course the MVPs of the week. Hayes Brown, Gillian Tett, Alex Edelman, and Katie Benner join The 11th Hour.
The Supreme Court rules against restricting access to abortion pill Mifepristone - while Senate Republicans block an effort to protect access to IVF. Also, Trump promises business leaders he'll cut taxes and roll back regulations if he wins in November. Peter Baker, Jennifer Palmieri, Conor Lamb, Mark Joseph Stern, Anthea Butler, Ron Insana, Brian Schwartz, and Jared Huffman join.
President Biden is in Italy for the G7 Summit, where he plans to assure allies about America’s ongoing support for Ukraine. And, Trump is set to huddle with Republicans in his first visit to Capitol Hill since the Jan. 6 riot. Evan McMorris-Santoro, Molly Jong-Fast, Max Rose, Basil Smikle, Mike Madrid, Dan Nathan, David Gura, and Ryan Holiday join The 11th Hour.
A Delaware jury unanimously found Hunter Biden guilty of three felony counts in his federal gun case. And, Donald Trump plans to weaponize U.S. spy services for "retribution" against domestic political opponents, warns his former national security adviser. Plus, why there's a sudden silent pushback against pride month. Susan Glasser, Mike Memoli, Harry Litman, John Bolton, Juanita Tolliver, Michael Steele, and Sarah Kate Ellis join.
The Biden administration considers potentially negotiating a unilateral deal with Hamas to free 5 Americans hostages taken on Oct. 7 if current talks including Israel fail. And, Trump met with his probation officer remotely from his Florida resort, benefitting from what he refers to as a "two-tiered system of justice." Plus, Steve Kerr talks about his recent endorsement of Biden for the 2024 presidential election. Charles Coleman Jr, Sam Stein, Carol Leonnig, Peter Baker, Mark McKinnon, Brian Tyler Cohen, and Steve Kerr join.
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The president observes D-Day's 80th anniversary in France and calls on U.S. allies to defend Democracy. Plus, Steve Bannon is ordered to report to prison to serve time for contempt of congress. And, a cross-country trip in an RV to find out if America is really as divided as it seems. Mike Memoli, Luke Broadwater, Nayyera Haq, Amanda Carpenter, Max Rose, Garrett Graff, and Francis Barry join.
President Biden visits France to mark the 80th Anniversary of D-Day as Trump and his allies call for revenge after the guilty verdict in his New York trial. Plus, a look at how Republicans in Texas are all but endorsing Trump's Project 2025. And Charlamange Tha God on the dangers of avoiding "real" conversations. Glenn Kirschner, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Molly Jong-Fast, Robert Downen, Charlamagne Tha God, Reed Galen, and Jennifer Palmieri join.
Biden speaks out on Donald Trump's recent criminal conviction, calling the former president a "convicted felon" at a fundraiser. Plus, a presidential executive order imposes new restrictions on migrants seeking asylum in the U.S. And, a look at the potential impact of A.I. on the 2024 presidential election. Jeremy Saland, Hans Nichols, Susan Glasser, Mark McKinnon, Tim Ryan, Larry Sabato, and Josh Tyrangiel join 11th Hour tonight.
After being convicted in a historic criminal trial, Donald Trump continues to lead Republicans in attacks on the verdict. Trump is also now asking SCOTUS to intervene and cancel the jury's decision. Meanwhile, a jury was seated in Hunter Biden's federal gun charges trial. And, a look at major companies bank rolling lawmakers who spread 2020 election lies. Charles Coleman Jr., Hugo Lowell, Yamiche Alcindor, Tim Miller, Christina Greer, Noah Bookbinder, Dan Nathan, and Ron Insana join.
In this week's nightcap, our roundtable discusses the impact of the first U.S. president to ever be convicted of a crime. Plus, what does Donald Trump's conviction mean for his donors, and will it sway voters. And, what is everyone watching for in the coming weeks given the monumental news. Danny Cevallos, Tim O'Brien, Katy Tur, and John Fugelsang join.
The jury in Trump's New York criminal trial spent four and a half hours deliberating on Wednesday. Plus, officer Harry Dunn and fellow Jan. 6 officers are campaigning for Joe Biden. Dunn joins us to discuss. And Trump and Elon Musk are said to be forming an “alliance.” What each could gain in this election year. Harry Litman, Catherine Christian, Jeremy Saland, Molly Jong-Fast, Dan Nathan, Ron Filipkowski, and Stuart Stevens join.
Donald Trump’s criminal case could be in the jury’s hands by Wednesday midday. Plus, the Biden campaign is getting more aggressive against Trump. Hugo Lowell, Kristy Greenberg, Joyce Vance, Susan Glasser, Hans Nichols, and Matthew Dowd join to help us get smarter.
Nikki Haley has come out publicly to say she will vote for Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential race after attacking him during her GOP primary run. Plus, we breakdown Trump's threats to the FBI and what another term with the former president could mean for political violence across the U.S. And, what the future of AI could mean for education and personalized tutoring. Ankush Khardori, Molly Jong-Fast, Dave Aronberg, James Comey, Matthew Dowd, Robert Gibbs, and Salman Khan join.
Trump's lawyers rest their case in the former president's New York criminal trial, without putting Trump on the stand. Plus, an exclusive interview with Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu on his reaction to a potential arrest warrant from the ICC. And are there some good signs in the fight against inflation? Steph speaks with the Fed’s Austan Goolsbee. Glenn Kirschner, Susan Glasser Jon Meacham, Reed Galen, and Christina Greer also join.
The prosecution rested its case today in Trump's criminal trial as the defense called its first witness. Plus, the latest on the death of Iran’s president and what it could mean for the middle east. And, Trump's remarks on the campaign trail about potentially serving a third term if elected in November. Hugo Lowell, Jeremy Saland, Barbara McQuade, Tim Miller, Jennifer Palmieri, John Della Volpe, Larry Sabato, and Ben Rhodes join.
Michael Cohen gets a tough grilling from the defense at Trump's New York criminal trial. Plus, breaking down a new report on why Wall Street donors are warming up to Trump. And, a keynote conversation on white nationalism in the US. Kristy Greenberg, Tim O'Brien, Jon Allen, Reed Galen, David Plouffe, Dan Nathan, David Gura join.
Biden and Trump have now agreed to two presidential debates in June and September. Plus, a look at the impact of campus protests over the war in Gaza. And, our exclusive one-on-one interview with Sen. Mitt Romney on the state of the GOP and the 2024 presidential race. Molly Jong-Fast, Peter Baker, McKay Coppins, Stuart Stevens, and Nicholas Kristof join.
Stormy Daniels took the stand telling her story in Trump's criminal trial, as the former president stood 10 feet away. Plus, President Biden delivered a speech condemning antisemitism amid U.S. protests over Israel's attacks on Gaza. And, breaking down how DC lobbyists are getting even more creative with how they influence the nation’s capital. Katie Phang, Barbara McQuade, Susan Glasser, Ben Rhodes, Hans Nichols, Amanda Carpenter, Brody Mullins, and Luke Mullins join.
As Donald Trump heads back into the courtroom for his New York criminal trial, Judge Merchan threatens him with jail time amid the continued gag order violations. Plus, a ceasefire deal is still out of reach with Hamas and Israel, as Israel moves toward an invasion of Rafah. And we hear from a veteran journalist on the challenges newsrooms are facing covering such an unprecedented news cycle. Charles Coleman, Hugo Lowell, McKay Coppins, Yaakov Katz, Jeremy Bash, Sam Stein, Michael Steele, and Ben Smith join.
In week two of Donald Trump's New York criminal trial, his lawyers went on attack mode as they went after Keith Davidson, the lawyer who negotiated hush money for Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal. Also, President Biden gave a surprise speech today commenting on the unrest within college campuses. And, a special keynote interview with Robert De Niro on the danger Trump brings to democracy. Peter Baker, Tim O'Brien, Dave Aronberg, retired Judge Ladoris Cordell, Stuart Stevens, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Ron Insana, Lauren Hirsch join.
Tomorrow Donald Trump heads back to court where his criminal trial continues as well as another hearing for alleged gag order violations. Plus, how college campuses across America are dealing with escalating protests over the Israel-Hamas war. And, chaos in Congress as the far right moves to oust Speaker Johnson while Democrats vow to block their efforts. Joyce Vance, Mike Memoli, Molly Jong-Fast, Irie Sentner, Joe Perticone, Mark McKinnon, and Frank Bruni join.
The New York Police Department arrested protestors at Columbia University who barricaded themselves inside Hamilton Hall. Plus this is the second week of Donald Trump's New York's criminal trial as the jury continues to hear testimony. And, we breakdown the former president's interview with TIME Magazine on just exactly what his second term would look like. Antonia Hylton, Jim Cavanaugh, Carmen Best, Cedric Alexnader, George Conway, Susan Glasser, Neal Katyal,Catherine Christian,and Sam Jacobs join.
The second week of witness testimony in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial begins tomorrow and the jury will hear from Michael Cohen's ex-banker. Plus, Elon Musk's surprise visit to Beijing means a major victory for Tesla's driver assistance technology. And, another look inside Project 2025, the far-right playbook for a second Trump administration. Carol Leoning, Kristy Greenberg, Hugo Lowell, Tim Miller, Brian Tyler Cohen, Ron Insana, and Isaac Arnsdorf join.
The first week of testimony in Donald Trump's NY criminal trial ends with his former personal assistant and Michael Cohen's banker taking the witness stand. Plus, as campus protests continue over the war in Gaza, how Biden's response could affect his standing with young voters. Also: how Amazon went from bookseller to e-commerce giant. Jon Allen, Jon Mecham, David Jolly, Dana Mattioli, Ankush Khadori, Eugene Scott, John Della Volpe join.
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments today on Donald Trump's claim that presidential immunity shields him from prosecution. While that hearing was underway, the former president was in a Manhattan courtroom where his longtime ally David Pecker continued testifying in Trump's first criminal trial. Also, protests against the war in Gaza rock college campuses and the University of Southern California moves to cancel its main graduation ceremony. Joyce Vance, Josh Gerstein, Mark Joseph Stern, Peter Baker, Brendan Buck,and Donna Edwards join.
An Arizona indictment names Donald Trump as an "unindicted co-conspirator" and charges 11 "fake electors" plus several Trump aides with trying to "deny the will of the voters" in the 2020 election. Plus, the former President returns to a Manhattan courtroom Thursday as his lawyers argue his presidential immunity case before the Supreme Court. And the justices weigh a case that pits Idaho's abortion ban against federal rules for emergency care. Harry Litman, Glenn Kirschner, Mark Leibovish, Dr. Caitlin Gustafson, Max Rose and Reed Galen join.
The jury in Donald Trump's learns more about the 'catch and kill' scheme designed to help the former president's 2016 campaign. Plus, Ukraine funding advanced in the Senate, on top of a bill to ban Tik Tok clears a key hurdle. Then, a keynote conversation with the WNBA Commissioner on what's next for the league and the star power unleashed at this year's March Madness. Charles Coleman Jr., Molly Jong Fast, George Conway, Susan Glasser, Hans Nichols, Christina Greer, and Cathy Engelbert join.
Opening statements got underway today in Donald Trump's first criminal trial. Also, as the Senate takes up the long awaited aid package for Ukraine, Speaker Johnson comes under attack from far-right House members. Plus, a keynote conversation with a Nobel Prize winning journalist about the U.S. election and threats to democracy across the globe. Hugo Lowell, Neal Katyal, David Fahrenthold, Stuart Stevens, Juanita Tolliver, Debbie Lee James, Ray Mabus, Louis Caldera, and Maria Ressa join.
The judge in the Georgia election interference case is expected to decide if Trump and his 18 co-defendants will be tried together next month. Meanwhile, Speaker Kevin McCarthy orders an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Plus, a one-on-one with the Salesforce CEO as their Dreamforce Conference kicks off in San Francisco. Carol Leonning, Harry Litman, Sam Stein, former Rep. Charlie Dent, former Sen. Doug Jones, Marc Benioff and Kara Swisher join.
The nation marked 22 years since the 9/11 attacks with tributes, tears and remembrances. It comes as President Biden commemorated the day with a message of unity. Meantime, Trump seeks the recusal of Judge Chutkan in his federal election interference case. Plus, Kim Jong Un travels to Russia for rare summit with Putin. And it’s a race against time to find survivors of the devastating earthquake in Morocco. Katie Benner, Michael Steele, Glenn Kirschner, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Tim Miller and Dmitri Alperovitch join.
A special grand jury recommended indicting Sen. Lindsey Graham, David Perdue, Kelly Loeffler and Michael Flynn in the Georgia election interference case – although none of them were charged. It comes as Mark Meadows files a notice to appeal after a judge denied his request to move the Georgia case to federal court. Meantime, Republicans try to find a new term for “pro-life” to stave off more electoral losses. And South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem endorses Trump as her name gets tossed around for a possible running mate. Amna Nawaz, Greg Bluestein, Charles Coleman, Dr. Kavita Patel, Reecie Colbert, Shermichael Singleton and Jon Meacham join.
Former President Trump signals he may try to move his Georgia election interference case to federal court. Meantime, former Trump adviser Peter Navarro is found guilty of criminal contempt of Congress for defying a Jan. 6th subpoena. Plus, China’s economy is going through a major slowdown. And parenting Youtuber Ruby Franke is facing six felony child abuse charges. Peter Baker, Jon Allen, Joyce Vance, Basil Smikle, Stuart Stevens, Anna Ashton and Kalhan Rosenblatt join.
In the first major hearing, prosecutors told a Georgia judge they expect the trial of Trump and 18 others to last four months and that they intend to call 150 witnesses. Meantime, Vice President Harris breaks from the White House’s silence on Trump’s legal issues. Plus, a child care crisis looms as covid-era federal funding is set to expire at the end of the month. And Secretary of State Antony Blinken makes a surprise visit to Ukraine. Carol Leonning, Stephen Fowler, Neal Katyal, Conor Lamb, Mike Murphy, Abha Bhattarai, and Ben Rhodes join.
Former Proud Boys Leader Enrique Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years in prison after getting convicted of seditious conspiracy. Meantime, all 19 defendants in the Georgia election case have now pleaded not guilty and waived their Wednesday arraignment. Plus, the historic impeachment trial of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton begins. And, thousands leave Burning Man after heavy rain left them stranded over the weekend. Katie Benner, Geoff Bennett, Clint Watts, Melissa Redmon, State Rep. Tanya Miller, Tony Plohetski and Neal Katyal join.
Former President Trump entered a not guilty plea in his Georgia election interference case as he tries to sever his case from the co-defendants who want a speedy trial. It comes as we learn all court proceedings in Georgia will be televised and live streamed. Plus, Supreme Court Justices Thomas and Alito release their 2022 financial disclosures. And former Proud Boys leaders Joseph Biggs and Zachary Rehl were handed two of the lengthiest sentences yet linked to January 6th. Peter Baker, Glenn Thrush, Renato Mariotti, Chris Geidner, Juanita Tolliver, Tim Miller and Clint Watts join.
The judge in Trump’s federal election interference case sets the trial date for March 4th, 2024 – right in the heart of primary season. Meantime, Trump and his 18 co-defendants are scheduled to be arraigned next week in the Georgia election case. It comes as Mark Meadows takes the stand for nearly five hours in an effort to move his case to federal court. Plus, the community of Jacksonville, Florida is grieving after three people were killed in a racially motivated shooting. Peter Baker, Catherine Christian, Glenn Kirschner, Carol Leonnig, Philip Rucker, Don Calloway, Maria Teresa Kumar and Mark McKinnon join.
All defendants in the Georgia election case have surrendered as D.A. Fani Willis alerts defense attorneys about next steps. Plus, new polling debunks claims that indictments boost former President Trump. And as we mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, it serves as a reminder of the work that still needs to be done. Kyle Cheney, Jon Allen, Melissa Murray, Stephen Fowler, Amy McGrath, Reed Galen, Michael Beschloss, LaTosha Brown and Kendra Cotton join.
Ali Velshi gives a special preview of his new podcast, “Velshi Banned Book Club,” an act of resistance against the epidemic of book banning. In each episode, a different author of a banned book joins Ali—including Margaret Atwood, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Laurie Halse Anderson and more—to talk about why their work is being targeted and about the literature itself. “Velshi Banned Book Club” is a series rooted in literary and cultural analysis and in the notion of reading as resistance. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbc_fdlw
Special Counsel Jack Smith revealed a key witness in the classified documents case has retracted his previous false testimony about efforts to delete security footage. The witness additionally gave prosecutors new information implicating Trump and two co-defendants. Plus, activist and Little Rock Nine member Minnijean Brown-Trickey along with NAACP Director of Education, Innovation, and Research Dr. Ivory Toldson, talk about 6 Arkansas schools’ decisions to offer AP African American Studies despite the state’s education department warning them not to. Joyce Vance, Luke Broadwater, Tia Mitchell, Frank Figliuzzi, Shermichael Singleton, and Basil Smikle join.
Donald Trump’s bond is now set in the GA election interference case. The bond agreement bars Trump from intimidating or threatening co-defendants or witnesses -- including on social media. Plus, business owner and mother of nine Lauri Carleton was allegedly shot and killed by a man who confronted her about a Pride flag on display outside her store. President and CEO of GLAAD Sarah Kate Ellis discusses the killing and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community. Katie Benner, Greg Bluestein, Charles Coleman, Secretary Julian Castro, David Jolly, and Michael Mann, join.
Law enforcement expects former President Trump to voluntarily surrender in Fulton County no earlier than Thursday. It comes as his co-defendant Kenneth Chesebro appears to have been on the Capitol grounds on January 6th. Plus, President Biden and the First Lady are expected to head to Maui on Monday to get a firsthand look at the aftermath of the wildfires. Amna Nawaz, Jon Allen, Renato Mariotti, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, Carlos Curbelo, Evan Peterson and Jon Meacham join.
While special counsel Jack Smith aims to start the election interference trial in January 2024, Trump’s lawyers are seeking to push it to April 2026 instead. Meantime, Ron DeSantis’ debate strategy for next week’s GOP debate posted online. Plus, a Kansas newspaper is raided by police but it didn’t stop them from publishing their weekly paper. Peter Baker, Katie Benner, Glenn Kirschner, Juanita Tolliver, Reed Galen and Eric Meyer join.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis proposed a March 4th trial date in the Georgia election case – just one day before Super Tuesday. Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s “X”, is accused of slowing down traffic to websites Elon Musk dislikes, as a judge suggests Musk withheld Trump’s Twitter data to “cozy up” to the former president. Kyle Cheney, Joyce Vance, Jake Ward, Justin Wolfers, Amy McGrath and Tim Miller join.
Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis set an August 25th deadline for Trump and 18 others to voluntarily surrender in the state’s 2020 election case. It comes as we learn they’ll all be booked at the Fulton County Jail. Meantime, Mark Meadows becomes the first of the co-defendants to seek to move the case to federal court. Plus, former NFL star Michael Oher files a lawsuit against the “Blind Side” family. Greg Bluestein, Claire McCaskill, Kristy Greenberg, Neal Katyal, Conor Lamb, Stuart Stevens and Michael Fletcher join.
Judge Chutkan issued a protective order against former President Trump and cautioned him against intimidating witnesses. Plus, Attorney General Merrick Garland appoints a special counsel in the Hunter Biden probe. Jon Allen, Tia Mitchell, David Jolly and Renato Mariotti break down today’s biggest stories. And later, Steve Liesman, Abby Livingston, Sami Sage and Bill Carter hit the roundtable for the Friday Nightcap to talk about the economy, Hollywood strikes and share this week’s MVPs.
Trump’s behavior will be at the center of a hearing Friday in the Justice Department’s election interference case. It comes as the special counsel’s office proposes a January 2, 2024 trial date. Plus, a new report found Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas accepted even more luxurious gifts from billionaires than first thought. Peter Baker, Luke Broadwater, Kristy Greenberg, Brett Murphy, Max Rose, Stuart Stevens and Brandy Zadronzny join.
Special Counsel Jack Smith obtained a search warrant for Former President Trump’s Twitter back in January.
Twitter’s initial resistance in complying with the warrant resulted in a $350,000 fine for the company.
Plus, a special one-on-one with CEO of GM Mary Barra to talk all things auto industry.
Sam Stein, Joyce Vance, Glenn Thrush, Clint Watt, Symone Sanders-Townsend, and Tim Miller join.
The judge overseeing the DOJ’s election interference case set a protective order hearing for Friday, despite attempts from Trump’s legal team to postpone to next week. Meantime, Ohio voters made a huge statement in support of abortion rights after rejecting a ballot measure that would make it harder to change the state’s constitution. Plus, breaking down the biggest headlines in business and tech. Katie Benner, Frank Figliuzzi, Charles Coleman, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, Justin Wolfers and Kara Swisher join.
Special counsel Jack Smith and Trump’s legal team argue over evidence sharing in the election interference case as Judge Chutkan orders a hearing to settle the dispute by Friday. Plus, GOP candidate Ron DeSantis admits Trump lost the 2020 election. And a special election on Tuesday could determine the future of abortion in Ohio. Philip Rucker, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Kyle Cheney, Greg Bluestein, Dr. Jason John, Mark McKinnon, and Ohio State Rep. Bride Rose Sweeney join.
Special counsel Jack Smith filed a request for a protective order in the election interference case, citing a Trump post. It comes as calls grow for cameras in the courtroom of Trump’s trials. Plus, some of Lizzo’s former dancers filed a lawsuit accusing the singer of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. Glenn Thrush, Katie Benner, Glenn Kirschner, Jon Allen, Reed Galen, Krystie Lee Yandoli and Jon Meacham join.
Former President Trump pleaded not guilty to federal charges that he conspired to overturn the 2020 presidential election. His next hearing is set for August 28th, where the judge will set a date for his trial. It comes as Trump defenders are using Hunter Biden to deflect from the former President’s latest indictment. Ryan Reilly, Carol Leonnig, Kristy Greenberg, Charles Coleman, Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, Peter Baker, Philip Bump, Symone Sanders-Townsend, and Tim Miller join.
Former President Trump is expected to appear in a federal court in Washington, D.C. on Thursday after being indicted in the special counsel’s 2020 election investigation. It comes as his lawyer hints Trump’s defense will focus on free speech. Luke Broadwater, Kyle Cheney, Barbara McQuade, Former Capitol Police Chief Steven A. Sund, Former Rep. Tim Ryan and Former Rep. Charlie Dent join.
Donald Trump is now the first U.S. President charged with trying to overturn an election after a D.C. jury indicted him on four criminal charges in the special counsel’s probe. Peter Baker, Katie Benner, Joyce Vance, Glenn Kirschner, Frank Figliuzzi, Rep. Eric Swalwell, Neal Katyal, Charlie Sykes and Jason Johnson join.
As we await next moves in the special counsel’s election interference case, Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis reveals “we’re ready to go” on charging decisions in her election probe of Trump. It comes as Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliveira makes his first court appearance in the classified documents case. Plus, new reporting found Trump’s team is creating a new legal defense fund to help pay for his allies’ legal bills. And GOP candidates are gearing up for their first debate, but the frontrunner may not be there. Carol Leonning, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, David Cay Johnston, Claire McCaskill, Robert Gibbs, Mike Murphy and Gen. Barry McCaffrey join.
As former President Trump faces mounting legal troubles, he vowed that even a conviction would not stop his presidential campaign. Meantime, nearly every GOP presidential candidate spoke at the same Iowa fundraiser Friday night but ignored Trump’s superseding indictment. Plus, the new spotlight on our aging U.S. lawmakers. Philip Rucker, Glenn Thrush, Mary McCord, David Jolly, Symone Sanders-Townsend and Michael Beschloss join.
Special counsel Jack Smith tacks on additional charges against Trump and his aide Walt Nauta in the classified documents case. It comes as Smith adds a third defendant, Carlos De Oliveira, to the case. Plus, House Republicans boast about a “productive” session just before leaving for a five-week recess. And prosecutors drop another charge against former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried. Peter Baker, Katie Benner, Charles Coleman, Joyce Vance, Frank Figliuzzi, Conor Lamb and David Gura join.
Hunter Biden pled not guilty to federal tax charges after his original plea deal collapses. Meantime, Rudy Giuliani admits to making false statements against two Georgia election workers in a new court filing. Plus, the new warning about a second Trump term. And stories of UFO sightings land on Capitol Hill. Tom Winter, Luke Broadwater, Joyce Vance, David Plouffe, Michael Steele, Miles Taylor and Ryan Graves join.
With a possible third indictment of Trump, all eyes are on Thursday for the grand jury to announce their decision in the DOJ election probe. Plus, Jake Ward breaks down Elon Musk’s rebrand of Twitter as an “everything” app. Jon Allen, Katie Benner, Neal Katyal, Juanita Tolliver, Tim Miller, and Matt K. Lewis join.
As we await news of a possible third Trump indictment, we’re getting a clearer picture of the case Jack Smith is putting together. Meantime, Ron DeSantis is under fire in his home state as his campaign launches a new catchphrase. Plus, the president of Stanford University announced he’s stepping down after a student journalist raised questions about some of his past research. Sam Stein, Greg Bluestein, Glenn Kirschner, Amy McGrath, Reed Galen, Theo Baker, Paul Flahive, and J. David Goodman join.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson discusses her state’s plan to protect elections going forward. Lisa Rubin, Peter Baker, Charles Coleman, Mark McKinnon, Maria Teresa Kumar, Bill Browder join.
Three federal statutes were mentioned in the letter, relating to deprivation of rights, conspiracy and witness tampering. Luke Broadwater, Joyce Vance, Melissa Murray, Greg Bluestein, Shermichael Singleton, Juanita Tolliver join.
Hours before a key hearing in the classified documents case, former President Trump revealed he’s officially a target in Jack Smith’s election interference probe. Rep. Adam Schiff reacts to the news and Garrett Haake, Katie Benner, Glenn Kirschner, Joyce Vance, Jon Allen, Max Rose, and Michael Steele join.
Judge Cannon will consider when the trial will start and how classified material will be handled on Tuesday. Kyle Cheney, Carol Leonnig, Renato Mariotti, Matthew Dowd, Basil Smikle, Kara Swisher and Matthew Belloni join.
Jon Allen, Dr. Kavita Patel, Cynthia Alksne breakdown Iowa's abortion ban. And later, Jake Ward, Guy Adami, Nancy Giles and Evan McMorris-Santoro hit the round table to discuss the ramifications of the actors strike.
Smith’s team reportedly asked witnesses – including the former president’s son-in-law Jared Kushner -- whether or not Trump acknowledged his loss in the days following the election. Peter Baker, Geoff Bennett, Harry Litman, Andrew Weissman, Mallory McMorrow, Jason Johnson, Stuart Stevens and Alex Sherman join.
The Republican-led panel used their time to attack Wray and the Bureau – while Democrats focused on the search of Mar-A-Lago. Carol Leonnig, Frank Figliuzzi, Joyce Vance, Amb. William Taylor, Jonathan Capehart, Charlie Dent and Justin Wolfers join.
Trump’s lawyers have requested to delay the classified documents trial until after the 2024 election. Meantime, two newly-seated grand juries will likely decide Trump’s fate in Georgia’s election interference probe. Plus, the House GOP’s so-called “informant” against the Biden family has now been indicted. And NATO stops short of an Ukraine invitation, angering President Zelenskyy. Glenn Thrush, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Charles Coleman, James Carville, Tim Miller, Ivo H. Daalder and Jason Del Ray join.
Walt Nauta is accused of helping the former president hide top secret material from authorities after Trump left the White House. Katie Benner, Toluse Olonrunnipa, Joyce Vance, Amb. William Taylor, Tim Miller, Basil Smikle and Ben Collins join.
The document details the Justice Department’s justification for the search, including video footage that showed “evidence” being moved. Glenn Kirschner, Sam Stein, Eugene Daniels, Angela Ferrell-Zabala, Charlie Dens, Aisha Mills and Chris Geidner join.
Peter Baker, Deborah Archer, Jeannie Suk Gersen, Michael Waldman and Antonia Hylton discuss the Supreme Court’s decision and what it means for schools going forward. Conor Lamb, Tim Miller break down 2024 politics and Harry Litman talks the latest in the Trump classified documents case.
Prosecutors from special counsel Jack Smith’s office also met with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger as part of the investigation into former President Trump’s role in efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Joyce Vance, Luke Broadwater, Greg Bluestein, Michael Steele, Juanita Tolliver, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Michael McFaul join.
A report shows that prosecutors subpoenaed surveillance footage from the golf club. Meanwhile, Trump claimed that his recent comments about showing off those classified documents were simply “bravado.” Plus, the Supreme Court rejects a Republican-backed legal theory that would have transformed U.S. elections. Ryan Nobles, Barbara McQuade, Donell Harvin, Lydia Wheeler, Basil Smikle and David McSwane join.
A newly released audio recording reveals former President Trump discussing a secret document he did not declassify. Plus, Russian President Putin and Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin speak out for the first time since the mercenary group’s revolt. And new polling has Democrats sounding the alarm about a potential Biden-Trump rematch. Glenn Kirschner, Neal Katyal, Ali Velshi, Michael McFaul, former Sen. Bob Torricelli and Mark McKinnon join.
Saturday marks one year since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, shifting the landscape for abortion care across the U.S. It comes as President Biden signs an executive order expanding access to birth control. Dr. Kavita Patel, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, Pam Belluck, Andrew Weissman, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Stuart Stevens, and Amy McGrath join.
The Coast Guard said all five passengers aboard the submersible that went missing on a deep-sea voyage to the Titanic are presumed dead. Josh Gates and L. David Marquet break it down. Peter Baker, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Joyce Vance, Randi Weingarten, and Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney also join.
The Coast Guard estimates the sub will run out of oxygen by Thursday morning as crews race against the clock to rescue the five people on board. Tim Taylor and Ofer Ketter join to discuss. Also joining are Geoff Bennett, Luke Broadwater, Barbara McQuade, David Plouffe, Mike Murphy, and Alex Sammon.
President Biden’s son reached an agreement with federal prosecutors to plead guilty to two tax misdemeanors, although the U.S. attorney said the case was “ongoing.” Republicans widely criticized the deal. Sam Stein, Katie Benner, Renato Mariotti, Tim Miller, Symone Sanders-Townsend, L. David Marquet, and RIchard Lardner join.
The former president is also not allowed to keep or review any trial evidence without a member of his defense team. Meanwhile, there is new reporting showing that the Justice Department put off investigating Donald Trump’s role in January 6th for more than a year. Glenn Thrush, Glenn Kirschner, Anthony Coley, Michael Steele, Robert Gibbs, and Michael McFaul join.
Antonia Hylton, Hayes Brown, Ron Insana and Lizz Winstead break down the historic criminal indictment of the former president – and the impact it could have on the 2024 race. Plus, Dr. Ebony Hilton and Luke Russert join.
While many are celebrating Pride Month, the community remains under attack. Stephanie Ruhle sat down with a roundtable of drag queens on those threats and what America doesn’t understand. Rosé, Julie J, Nicky O and Mariyea join to discuss. Neal Katyal, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Ryan Reilly, Juanita Tolliver, and Brendan Buck also join the rest of the show.
Attorney General Merrick Garland emphasized his support for special counsel Jack Smith – whose investigation into January 6th continues. Peter Baker, Luke Broadwater, Melissa Murray, Max Rose, Tim Miller, Justin Wolfers and TJ Newman join.
The former president plead not guilty to 37 felony counts in Miami federal court. Harry Litman, Katie Benner, Barbara McQuade, Jon Allen, Clint Watts, Ben Rhodes, David Jolly, and Amy McGrath join.
In an interview, the former president said he would plead not guilty and called the indictment “a disgrace to our country.” Ryan Nobles, Carol Leonnig, Glenn Kirschner, Anthony Coley, Sarah Matthews, Conor Lamb, and Charlie Dent join.
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Despite the 37 charges, his 2024 reelection bid still has large support among his base voters. Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Joyce Vance, Jon Allen, Katie Benner, Charles Coleman, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Jennifer Palmieri, Michael Steele, and Michael Beschloss join.
The former president is expected in a Miami federal courtroom to face the charges, including making false statements and conspiracy to obstruct justice. Peter Baker, Katie Benner, Joyce Vance, Charles Coleman, Anthony Coley, Frank Figliuzzi, Basil Smikle and Mark McKinnon break it down.
Meanwhile, Steve Bannon has been subpoenaed by a federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., in connection with special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into Jan. 6, according to two sources familiar with the matter. Ryan Reilly, Hugo Lowell, Glenn Kirschner, Dr. Vin Gupta, Jason Johnson, Will Hurd, and Dr. Joseph Lee join.
The deal is a major victory for Saudi Arabia, but the PGA is facing criticism for their hypocrisy in going from standing against the Saudis for human rights violations, to joining forces with them. Michael Schmidt, Katie Benner, Barbara McQuade, Juanita Tolliver, Michael Duda, Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Bob Feldman and Dr. Marcus Collins join.
The lawyers met with special counsel Jack Smith and reportedly asked the Department of Justice not to charge the former president. The grand jury in the classified documents case is expected to meet again this week. Sam Stein, Carol Leonnig, Charles Coleman, Former Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, Reed Galen, Kara Swisher, and Gen. Barry McCaffrey join.
After debating a series of amendments, the Senate passed the debt ceiling deal struck by President Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy. The bill now heads to Biden’s desk for a signature as Monday’s debt deadline approaches. Leigh Ann Caldwell, Former Senator Heidi Heitkamp, Michael Steele, Peter Baker, Charles Coleman, Ben Rhodes, and Bruce Feiler join.
The House passed a bipartisan bill to suspend the debt ceiling ahead of next week’s deadline. It now heads to the Senate. Sen. Chris Murphy says the deal is not a "grand bipartisan victory.” Sen. Chris Murphy, Luke Broadwater, Justin Wolfers, Joyce Vance, David Plouffe, Charlie Dent, and Kevin Roose join.
While President Biden and Speaker McCarthy each face tough questions from members of their parties, a debt ceiling bill to avoid a potentially catastrophic default is headed to a House vote. Glenn Thrush, Carol Lee, Conor Lamb, Judd Legum, Mark McKinnon, Tony Plohetski, Scott Budman, and Bill Cohan join.
The long-anticipated announcement faced several technical difficulties on Twitter Spaces. Former President Donald Trump responded by calling DeSantis “disloyal.” Sam Stein, Matthew Dowd, Will Oremus, Dr. Harold Koplewicz, Jen Golbeck, and Dr. Jenny Radesky join.
Lawyers for the former president demanded a meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland over Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation. Meanwhile, new reporting says Smith is nearing the end of his investigation into Trump’s handling of classified documents. Katie Benner, Melissa Murray, Tim O'Brien, Shermichael Singleton, Basil Smikle, Frank Figliuzzi and Michael McFaul join.
President Biden and Speaker McCarthy left a meeting at the White House Monday still short of a deal on the debt limit. Meanwhile, the field of Republicans running for president now includes South Carolina Senator Tim Scott. Peter Baker, Mark McKinnon, Neal Katyal, Lana Bellamy, and Jake Ward join.
From America’s looming debt crisis to Gov. DeSantis’ feud with Disney, our Friday Nightcap weighs in on some of the biggest stories of the week. Alicia Menendez, Steve Liesman, Basil Smikle, Aasif Mandvi, Kalhan Rosenblatt, and Rainn Wilson join.
The three judge panel seemed skeptical of the Biden Administration’s argument. Meanwhile, abortion is banned or restricted in almost half of all states. Katie Benner, Kavita Patel, Barbara McQuade, Amy McGrath, Reed Galen, Peter Spiegel, and Cynthia McFadden join.
As default looms, the president also announced that he will cut his G7 trip to Asia short to return for more negotiations. Luke Broadwater, Dan Nathan Claire McCaskill, Leigh McGowan, Michael Steele, Kara Swisher, and Kenny Smith join.
A suburb north of Dallas is reeling after a gunman opened fire at a busy mall on Saturday, killing 8. Ben Collins, Matthew Watkins and Texas State Senator Roland Gutierrez join to discuss the latest mass shooting in America. Matthew Watkins, State Senator Roland Gutierrez, Ben Collins, Peter Baker, Carol Lee, Will Hurd, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, and Joyce Vance join.
The president sat down to discuss his 2024 re-election campaign and the ongoing fight to raise the debt limit. Ali Vitali, Mike Memoli, Jonathan Capehart, Carol Leonnig, Matthew Dowd and James Carville break down his opening bid.
Four members of the Proud Boys, including the group’s leader Enrique Tarrio, were convicted of seditious conspiracy related to the January 6th Capitol Riot. A fifth member, Dominic Pezzola, was convicted on other felony charges. Meantime, new reporting says that Special Counsel Jack Smith is ramping up efforts to find out if former President Trump hid classified documents. Michael Schmidt, Ryan Reilly, Barbara McQuade, Ian Millhiser, Juanita Tolliver, Tim Miller, and Charles Coleman join.
Police say the man opened fire in an Atlanta doctors office killing one woman and injuring four others. Meanwhile in Texas, the wife of the man suspected of shooting five neighbors was also arrested. Yamiche Alcindor, Ryan Nobles, Clint Watts, Joyce Vance, Mark McKinnon, Basil Smikle and Michael McFaul join.
The suspect is accused of killing five neighbors with an AR-15 rifle. Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, the Senate Judiciary Committee holds a hearing on ethics rules for Supreme Court justices. Katie Benner, Peter Baker, Glenn Kirschner, Jason Johnson, Matthew Dowd, Lucas Shaw, Patrick Svitek, and Jason Rosenbaum join.
Treasury secretary Janet Yellen sent a letter to Congress warning that they needed to act as soon as possible to avoid a default. In response President Biden invited the top four Congressional leaders to the White House next week – despite his standoff with Speaker Kevin McCarthy. David Gura, Luke Broadwater, Renato Mariotti, Fred Guttenberg, Mike Murphy, Conor Lamb, Mia Armstrong, Cara Armstrong, and Lisa McKnight join.
At a campaign event in New Hampshire, the former president embraced a woman who served prison time for her actions during the Capitol riot and called her a “terrific woman.” Meanwhile, there’s still no verdict in the Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy trial of five members of the Proud Boys. Jon Allen, Amna Nawaz, Barbara McQuade, Mini Timmaraju, David Jolly, and Amb. William Taylor join.
Special Counsel Jack Smith is reportedly interested in the conversations the former vice president had with former President Trump in the days leading up to the attack on the U.S. Capitol. Trump reacted to the news, telling NBC News that he had “a lot of confidence” in Pence. Peter Baker, Ryan Reilly, Glenn Kirschner, Symone Sanders Townsend, Reed Galen, Rep. David Cicilline, and Teddy Schleifer join.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has already declared the plan “dead on arrival.” The president said he was open to meeting with McCarthy, but raising the debt limit was “not negotiable.” Meanwhile, E. Jean Carroll testified in her civil suit against former President Trump, describing the allegations in shocking detail. Leigh Ann Caldwell, Lisa Rubin, Stuart Stevens, Sen. Chris Murphy, Amb. Deborah Lipstadt, Bill Cohan, and Dan Nathan join.
The president asked Americans to let him “finish the job” in a video announcing his campaign. Meanwhile, there’s a standoff on the hill over Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s debt limit plan. Carol Lee, Garrett Haake, Mike Murphy, Amy McGrath, Jay Rosen, Monica Simpson, and Becky Pringle join.
According to The Wall Street Journal, the former Fox News primetime host found out he would be let go just 10 minutes prior to the announcement. Dylan Byers, Tim Miller, Jeremy Peters, April Ryan, Max Rose, Tarpley Hitt, John Della Volpe, and Jean M. Twenge join.
It will remain available as the case makes it’s way through the 5th Circuit of Appeals. Dr. Kavita Patel, Maya Wiley, Pam Belluck and Carlos Curbelo are on. And Jon Allen, Molly Jong-Fast, Nancy Giles and John Fugelsang join the Friday Nightcap to talk about everything from the Fox News-Dominion lawsuit to plane etiquette.
The country is reeling from the shootings of Ralph Yarl, Kaylin Gillis, cheerleaders in Texas and a family in North Carolina, who were all shot for making everyday mistakes. Charles Coleman, Frank Figliuzzi and Ryan Busse join to discuss how gun culture plays into the violence in the U.S., where knocking on the wrong door can be deadly. Ryan Busse, Charles Coleman, Frank Figliuzzi, Robert Gibbs, Charlie Sykes, Katie Benner, and Natalie Fertig join.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy unveiled his plan to lift the debt ceiling, but it aims to cut big parts of President Biden’s agenda. Meantime, the Supreme Court punts a ruling on the Mifepristone abortion pill to Friday. And the state of gun violence in America, with yet another shooting tied to a seemingly innocent mistake. April Ryan, Yamiche Alcindor, Stuart Stevens, Michael Steele, Sarah Ellison, Jason Rosenbaum, Shaylee Ragar, and Alex Weprin join.
Fox said in a statement: "We acknowledge the court’s rulings finding certain claims about Dominion to be false." But new reporting tonight shows that an apology to Dominion was not included in the agreement. Geoff Bennett, Katie Phang, Jeremy Peters, Max Rose, Mark McKinnon, Adam Winkler, and Brad Stone join.
Dominion’s $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News is expected to begin Tuesday after a one-day delay, which sparked questions of settlement talk. Meanwhile, House Republicans held a field hearing in Manhattan, intensifying their criticism of District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Jim Rutenberg, Daniella Diaz, Glenn Kirschner, Charles Coleman, David Plouffe, Matthew Dowd, and Glenn Rice join.
Letitia James filed a $250 million dollar lawsuit alleging the former president’s real estate business practices were fraudulent. And the Washington Post says that special counsel Jack Smith is looking into whether or not Trump scammed donors with his false claims of voter fraud. Yamiche Alcindor, Michael Schmidt, Neal Katyal, Juanita Tolliver, Clint Watts, and Julia Ainsley join.
Memphis officials reappointed State Rep. Justin Pearson today, after he was expelled for joining gun violence protesters last week. Senate Democrats are calling on the Justice Department to investigate whether the expulsions violated the Constitution or Pearson and Jones’ civil rights. Holly McCall, April Ryan, Joyce Vance, Jeremy Peters, Fmr. Sen. Al Franken. Tim Miller, and Secy. Jennifer Granholm join.
Louisville police released body camera footage of officers rushing to the scene to stop the gunman. After five were killed, the mayor called on state and federal lawmakers to pass gun safety legislation. Meanwhile in Tennessee – where a school shooting killed six people two weeks ago – the Republican governor has signed an executive order strengthening background checks. Antonia Hylton, Matt Bennett, Reed Galen, Rep. Katie Porter, John Della Volpe, Victor Shi, and Jeremy Bash join.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear became emotional when he revealed that he lost a close friend in the tragedy. This, as one of the lawmakers in Tennessee who was expelled for protesting gun violence was reinstated by the Nashville City Council. Jeff Syracuse, Holly McCall, Gov. Wes Moore, Katie Benner, Melissa Murray, Brandy Zadrozny, and Kara Swisher join.
After joining a gun violence protest in the Capitol, two black lawmakers were expelled from the body. They have vowed to not give up. Meanwhile, a federal judge in Texas suspended the approval of the abortion pill – causing the Justice Department to file an appeal of the ruling. Senator Raphael Warnock, Symone Sanders, Tennessee State Rep. Harold Love, Barbara McQuade, Harry Smith, Kalhan Rosenblatt, Andrew Yang and Tim O’Brien join.
Last week three state representatives were threatened with expulsion for standing with students protesting gun violence at the statehouse. Today, two were expelled -- both Black men. Their colleague who survived the vote is a white woman. After his expulsion -- former Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones speaks about his experience. Also joining: Holly McCall, Charles Coleman, Michael Steele, Max Rose, Mark McKinnon, Art Cullen, Rep. Ilana Rubel, Arek Sarkissian, and Justin Elliot join.
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The panel is looking into former President Trump’s attempts to overturn the 2020 election. This a new legal threat after the former president’s arraignment in Manhattan yesterday. Yamiche Alcindor, Joyce Vance, Anthony Scaramucci, Jim Rutenberg, Anthony Scaramucci, Bob Torricelli, Matthew Dowd, and Michael McFaul join.
The former president pleaded not guilty in a New York City courtroom Tuesday. After the proceedings, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said that he would not "normalize serious criminal conduct." Trump immediately flew back to Mar-A-Lago and was defiant in a speech. David Farenthold, Susanne Craig, Andrew Weissman, Tim O'Brien, Charles Coleman, Jessie Opoien, Jon Meacham, and Rep. Adam Schiff join.
The former president will be arraigned on some 30 counts of document related fraud. And in Wisconsin, voters prepare to head to the polls to vote for a new state supreme court justice – in what is being called the most consequential election of the year. Carol Leonnig, Michael Schmidt, Rebecca Roiphe, Charles Coleman, Rep. Ted Lieu, Tim Miller and Jessie Opoien join.
The former president is expected to fly to New York on Monday and appear at his arraignment on Tuesday. Trump’s Republican allies are rallying around him – Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene even announcing she will go to New York on Tuesday to protest the indictment. Barbara McQuade, Renato Mariotti, Philip Rucker, Susanne Craig, Rep. Ritchie Torres, Max Rose, Stuart Stevens, and Frank Figliuzzi join.
He is the first former President to face criminal charges. The Manhattan Grand Jury was looking into hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels during Trump's 2016 campaign for President. Carol Leonnig, Michael Schmidt, Glenn Kirschner, Neal Katyal, Sen. Claire McCaskill, Lanny Davis, and Michael Beschloss join.
Internal documents from Fox News show that the organization’s fact checkers circulated information knocking down conspiracy theories about election fraud and Dominion’s voting systems. Meanwhile, former President Trump is appealing a judge’s order for White House aides like former Chief of Staff Mark Meadows to testify about January 6th. Geoff Bennett, Carol Leonnig, Glenn Kirschner, Rep. David Cicilline, Symone Sanders Townsend, Christopher Shays, and Rep. Ilana Rubel join.
The former vice president maintains he has nothing to hide. Meanwhile in New York, Pence’s former boss is still relentlessly going after Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg. But, three sources tell NBC News the grand jury investigating Donald Trump may not vote on a possible indictment this week. Yamiche Alcindor, Katie Benner, Joyce Vance, Jeremy Peters, Jen Psaki, Will Hurd, and Bill Cohan join.
The Covenant School in Nashville is the site of the latest tragedy. In response, President Biden renewed his calls on Congress to ban assault weapons. According to the Gun Violence Archive, there have already been 130 mass shootings in 2023. Frank Figliuzzi, Ashbey Beasley, Luke Broadwater, Jonathan Allen, Charles Coleman, Jason Johnson, Brendan Buck and Teddy Schleifer join.
After Trump warned of “potential death and destruction” if indicted, the Manhattan prosecutor investigating his hush money case was mailed a threatening letter with white powder. It comes as Trump attorney Evan Corcoran testifies before a grand jury and a judge orders the former president’s top aides to testify. Jonathan Allen, Amna Nawaz, Barbara McQuade, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Robert Gibbs, David Jolly and Jon Meacham join.
Trump attorney Evan Corcoran could appear before a grand jury investigating the classified documents case as early as Friday. It comes as Corcoran and Mike Pence’s lawyers challenge a subpoena for the former vice president’s testimony in the January 6th case. Plus, the grand jury in the hush money probe is expected to meet again on Monday.
New reporting finds a federal appeals court ruled that Trump attorney Evan Corcoran must turn over evidence in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents probe. Plus, the Manhattan grand jury weighing a Trump indictment is expected to reconvene Thursday after today’s meeting was called off. Yamiche Alcindor, Josh Gerstein, Joyce Vance, Harry Litman, Julian Castro, Tim Miller and Ben Rhodes join.
Special counsel Jack Smith says former President Trump misled his attorneys about classified documents found at Mar-a-Lago, according to a new report. It comes as the Manhattan grand jury in the hush money case reconvenes Wednesday as a potential indictment against former President Trump looms. Peter Baker, Glenn Kirschner, Daniela Diaz, Jeremy Peters, Shermichael Singleton, Basil Smikle, and Amb. William Taylor join.
Trump ally Robert Costello met with the Manhattan grand jury to undercut Michael Cohen’s testimony in the hush money case. It comes as House Republicans target the New York prosecutor investigating the former president as a potential indictment looms. Luke Broadwater, Carol Leonnig, Joyce Vance, Asha Rangappa, Mike Murphy, Max Rose, and Michael McFaul join.
Law enforcement is preparing for a potential indictment against former President Trump as early as next week in the hush money case. It comes as a federal judge rules Trump lawyer Evan Corcoran must testify in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents probe. Peter Baker, Glenn Kirschner, Michael Beschloss, Amb. William Taylor, Carlos Curbelo, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, and Jinkx Monsoon join.
Days after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, some of the nation’s top banks banded together, pledging $30 billion to rescue First Republic Bank. Meantime, a new report reveals former President Trump plans to wage a political war on the Manhattan D.A. as a potential indictment looms in the hush money case. Kyle Cheney, Neal Katyal, Guy Adami, Sen. Michael Bennet, Jonathan Capehart, Tim Miller, and Cynthia McFadden join.
The Manhattan D.A. investigation into the Stormy Daniels hush money case appears to be entering its final stages as Trump’s former attorney Michael Cohen wraps up another day of testimony. Meantime, Credit Suisse shares plummet after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, fueling more fears in the banking sector. Luke Broadwater, Peter Spiegel, Barbara McQuade, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Emil Michael join.
The Justice Department and the Securities and Exchange Commission have both opened investigations into the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. Meantime, ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen will be back in front of a Manhattan grand jury to continue testimony in the hush money case. Peter Baker, David Enrich, Renato Mariotti, Michael McFaul, Michael Steele, Amy McGrath, and Dr. Frank Franklin join.
Signature Bank shuts down days after the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, and the FDIC announced it would rescue depositors insured and uninsured at both banks. Despite the government’s backstopping Silicon Valley Bank, customers at other banks, especially at smaller and regional banks, are scared. Shannon Pettypiece, Bill Cohan, Jake Ward, Charles Coleman, Stuart Stevens, Kara Swisher, Justin Wolfers, Mark McKinnon, and David Plouffe join.
Dominion’s lawsuit against Fox News revealed the stark difference between what viewers heard on TV and what executives and hosts really thought in private. Plus, what’s up with Republican’s obsession with the word “woke?” And American service members testified before Congress about the catastrophic impact of the Afghanistan withdrawal. Jon Allen, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Ali Velshi, David Gura, Alex Witt, Rev. Al Sharpton, and Paul Rieckhoff join.
The Manhattan D.A.’s office has invited Trump to testify before a grand jury as part of a probe into hush money paid to Stormy Daniels. It comes as new reporting finds that prosecutors have signaled criminal charges against the former President are likely in the case. Peter Baker, Carol Lee, Glenn Kirschner, Basil Smikle, Michael Steele, Captain C.B. "Sully" Sullenberger, and Tim Ryan join.
House Republicans are launching an investigation into how the January 6th committee conducted its probe. Plus, the White House calls out Tucker Carlson’s portrayal of the Capitol riot. And new reporting reveals Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and James Comer are planning to visit jailed January 6th rioters. Sen. Claire McCaskill, Katie Benner, Joyce Vance, Rep. Katie Porter, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Christine Todd Whitman, and Michelle Yeoh join.
A new trove of documents in Dominion’s $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News shed light on what was going on inside the network after the 2020 election. One of the key findings reveals Rupert Murdoch was worried hosts Sean Hannity and Laura Ingraham “went too far” in pushing debunked fraud claims. Geoff Bennett, Renato Mariotti, Maeve Reston, Jeremy Peters, Christopher Shays, Juanita Tolliver, and Gen. Barry McCaffrey join.
While former President Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis get ready to head to Iowa in the coming days, this weekend served up a preview of what a potential presidential face off would look like. Plus, new reporting of panic at Fox News after the network called Arizona for President Biden in the 2020 election. Tara Palmeri, Luke Broadwater, Tim Miller, Barbara McQuade, Maria Teresa Kumar, Sabrina Siddiqui, and Jeremy Bash join.
New reporting shows special counsel Jack Smith is focusing on Trump’s lawyers as 2024 nears. Meantime, the former president gets ready to hit the CPAC stage this weekend while his potential GOP rivals skip the big conference. Plus, Alex Murdaugh is sentenced to life in prison for the murders of his wife and younger son. And our Friday nightcap breaks down all the headlines from this week. Jon Allen, Charles Coleman, David Jolly, Steve Liesman, Melissa Murray, John Della Volpe and Paula Poundstone join.
The Justice Dept. says Trump can face civil suits over January 6th. The DOJ rejected the former president’s claim of absolute immunity from lawsuits filed by police officers and members of Congress. Plus, after only three hours of deliberation the jury came back with a guilty verdict on all counts for Alex Murdaugh. Jeremy Peters, Glenn Kirschner, Steven Sund, Avery Wilks, Chris Adams, Max Rose, Michael Steele, and Jonathan Greenblatt join.
The Washington Post reports that Justice Department prosecutors and FBI investigators clashed for months over the search of Trump’s Mar-A-Lago resort for classified information. And Democratic leaders in Congress call for accountability after Fox News executive Rupert Murdoch admitted hosts endorsed the “big lie.” Ryan Nobles, Joyce Vance, Frank Figliuzzi, Charlie Sykes, Juanita Tolliver, Julia Ainsley, and Will Sommer join.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is defending his move to give Fox’s Tucker Carlson more than 40,000 hours of security video from January 6th. Meantime, the Supreme Court hears challenges to President Biden’s student loan forgiveness program. Plus, outgoing White House Communications Director Kate Bedingfield reflects on her time in the Biden administration and what life after the White House looks like. Luke Broadwater, Katie Phang, Mark McKinnon, Kate Bedingfield, Mike Murphy, Robert Gibbs, and Jake Ward join.
Newly released transcripts show the chairman of Fox News, Rupert Murdoch, admitted under oath that some of his hosts had “endorsed” false election fraud claims. Meantime, President Biden pivots to domestic priorities. Plus, the Alex Murdaugh defense team rests their case and the judge will allow the jury to go see the crime scene. Rep. Eric Swalwell, Peter Baker, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Andrew Weissman, Matthew Dowd, Amy McGrath, and Avery Wilks joins.
Politicians are playing the blame game after a catastrophic train derailment spilled highly toxic chemicals in East Palestine, Ohio. But their inaction leaves residents without clear answers – or even clean water. Plus, Republican state lawmakers are doubling down on the GOP’s anti-LGBTQ rhetoric, introducing more than three hundred anti-LGBTQ bills nationwide – and it’s only February. Garry Kasparov, Igor Novikov, Amb. William Taylor, Dr. Kavita Patel, BD Wong, Mara S. Campo, George M. Johnson, and Ron Insana join.
Alex Murdaugh, the former South Carolina lawyer accused of killing his wife and younger son, takes the stand in his own case and became emotional as his lawyer asked him questions about the crime. He admitted to lying to investigators, but denied killing his family. Plus, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy defends giving Fox News Jan. 6 video. Charles Coleman, Avery Wilks, Blake Douglas, Jamie Raskin, Mark McKinnon, Jason Johnson, and Brian Schwartz join.
New reporting reveals special counsel Jack Smith has subpoenaed Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner to testify before a grand jury in the January 6th case. Meantime, President Biden's meeting with NATO allies pledging their support to Ukraine on the last day of his historic trip. Peter Baker, Neal Katyal, Harry Litman, Ben Rhodes, Michael McFaul, Jonathan Capehart, Reed Galen, and Jay Rosen join.
President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin gave dueling speeches framing the war in Ukraine just days before the one year mark. It comes as Putin announces Russia is pulling back from the last remaining nuclear arms treaty with the U.S. Plus, the foreperson of the Georgia Grand Jury investigating Donald Trump reveals new details. Ali Velshi, Tom Nichols, Julia Friedlander, Renato Mariotti, Frank Figliuzzi, Luke Broadwater, and James Stewart join.
A Georgia grand jury investigating possible election interference from former President Trump found perjury may have been committed by one or more witnesses. It comes as the grand jury unanimously found no widespread election fraud in the state despite Trump’s repeated claims that there was. Carol Leonnig, Greg Bluestein, Glenn Kirshcner, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, Secretary Julian Castro, and Jon Meacham join.
New reporting says Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows has been subpoenaed by the special counsel investigating January 6th. It comes the day before parts of the Georgia grand jury report is released. Peter Baker, Juanita Tolliver, Joyce Vance, Mike Rogers, Jaime Harrison, and Zach Heinzerling join.
Former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to resist a subpoena from the special counsel investigating Trump’s role in January 6th. It comes as part of the Georgia grand jury report on Trump’s potential election interference will be released this week. Plus, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley announced she’s running for president in 2024, becoming Trump’s first Republican challenger. Daniella Diaz, Sarah Wire, Neal Katyal, Emily Lawler, Amy McGrath, Michael Steele, and Kathleen Ethier join.
At least three people were killed and five others hospitalized after two shootings at Michigan State University. It comes as police confirm the suspected shooter has died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Ben Finkelstein, Frank Figliuzzi, Jim Cavanaugh, and Charles Coleman join.
As President Biden hones in on kitchen table issues, Republicans are digging their heels in on culture wars in hopes of winning over voters. But will it work? Our Friday night panel - Joy Ann Reid, Janell Ross, Peter Spiegel and Joyce Vance – weigh in. Plus, Peter Baker, Melissa Murray, Stuart Stevens, and Juliet Jeske join.
The special counsel investigating Donald Trump made his most aggressive move yet by subpoenaing former Vice President Mike Pence. It comes at a politically sensitive time for Pence as he explores a possible 2024 presidential run against his former box. Plus, President Biden blasted Republicans over their calls to cut Social Security and Medicare during his trip to Florida. Now, there’s criticism coming from within the GOP too. Luke Broadwater, Glenn Kirschner, Charlie Sykes, Nayyera Haq, Mark McKinnon, Juanita Tolliver, and Rep. Ritchie Torres join.
This Black History Month, MSNBC’s “Into America” podcast celebrates the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with a special mini-series, “Street Disciples: Politics, Power and the Rise of Hip-Hop.” Hosted by Trymaine Lee, the series explores how our country’s political and economic forces shaped half a century of hip-hop, and how over time, hip-hop shaped America. Listen to a preview of the second episode featuring hip-hop legend Melle Mel, the man behind “The Message,” and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/iambhm_fd
After turning up the heat on Republicans during his State of the Union address, President Biden took that message to the battleground state of Wisconsin. It comes as Republicans scramble to defend their stance on Social Security despite evidence showing some wanted to cut it. Yamiche Alcindor, A.B. Stoddard, Jim Tankersley, Jake Ward, Mike Murphy, Bob Torricelli, and Joyce Vance join.
President Biden delivers his second State of the Union address. Republicans heckled President Biden during his State of the Union speech after he said they want to cut Medicare and Social Security. It led him to get a verbal commitment that entitlement cuts are off the table. Jen Psaki, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Rep. Katie Porter, Robert Gibbs, David Plouffe, and Michael Beschloss join.
President Biden will deliver his first State of the Union address before a divided Congress on Tuesday. Our special Monday Nightcap State of the Union preview digs into what to expect from the address. Jen Psaki, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Michael Steele, Hayes Brown, Tim Miller, Max Rose, Kara Swisher, Scott Galloway, and Josh Tyrangiel join.
The January jobs report says the U.S. economy added more than half a million jobs in January, bringing the unemployment rate down to its lowest point since 1969. Meantime, a new book coming out details the Manhattan DA's investigation into former President Trump. Plus, the Friday Nightcap discusses the Florida culture wars and the outrage over possible password sharing changes at Netflix. Amna Nawaz, Jon Allen, Harry Litman, Jeremy Bash, Jelani Cobb, Judy Gold, Sami Sage, and John Hope Bryant join.
The House GOP passes a resolution to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Meantime, the Congressional Black Caucus meets with President Biden to find a path forward on police reform. Plus, the first federal gun crime report in two decades shows America heading in a dangerous direction. Ryan Nobles, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, Neal Katyal, Ryan Busse, and Nayyera Haq join.
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy hold their first one-on-one meeting over the impending debt crisis. Meantime, no classified documents were found during a search at Biden’s Delaware beach house. Plus, the FBI is investigating George Santos’ alleged role in a service dog charity scheme. Yamiche Alcindor, Jackie Alemany, Chuck Rosenberg, Antonia Hylton, Charlie Sykes, Nick Troiano, and Allison Slater Tate join.
Newly released video shows former President Trump pleading the Fifth Amendment more than 400 times in the New York Attorney General’s civil probe into the Trump Organization. Meantime, President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy clash ahead of their first big meeting on the debt ceiling. Plus, we’ve learned the FBI searched Biden’s think tank back in mid-November after classified documents were found. Leigh Ann Caldwell, Joyce Vance, Carlos Curbelo, John Burris, Max Rose, Kurt Bardella, and Roger Sollenberger join.
As Trump ramps up a third presidential bid, the Manhattan DA begins presenting evidence to a grand jury about Trump’s role in paying hush money to Stormy Daniels. Meantime, President Biden highlights his legislative wins ahead of the State of the Union address. Plus, the special counsel in Biden’s classified documents case is expected to officially take over the probe this week. Mike Memoli, Luke Broadwater, Barbara McQuade, J.B. Smiley, David Henderson, Moriah Balingit, and David Folkenflik join.
Memphis Police release videos showing the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols, sparking protests around the country. It comes as two more deputies at the scene are relieved of duty pending an investigation. Antonia Hylton, Martavius Jones, Laura Jarrett, Charles Coleman, Carmen Best, Tracie Kesee, Joanna Schwartz, and Jon Allen join.
President Biden takes a victory lap during a Virginia speech after the latest data shows the U.S. economy is still growing despite fears of recession. It comes as the White House and House Republicans are at odds over the debt ceiling and budget cuts. Plus, five former Memphis police officers are facing second degree murder charges for the death of Tyre Nichols. Tara Palmieri, Reed Galen, Jen Psaki, Marq Claxton, Charles Coleman, Stephen Gruber-Miller, Cara Fitzpatrick, Meg Tirrell join.
In a reversal, the White House announces plans to send 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine. It comes as Germany also pledges tanks for Ukraine ahead of Russia’s anticipated spring offensive. Plus, after a two-year ban, Meta is lifting former President Trump’s suspension from Facebook and Instagram. Richard Engel, Michael McFaul, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Jake Ward, Kara Swisher, Fmr. Sen. Al Franken, and Andy Campbell join.
As a judge considers whether to release the grand jury report on the Trump election probe in Georgia, the DA suggests indictment decisions are “imminent.” Meantime, classified documents were found at former Vice President Mike Pence’s Indiana home. And with 40 mass shootings so far in 2023, some have become numb to America’s gun violence problem, we discuss about the dangers of doing so and why it’s important to politicize gun violence. Peter Baker, Chuck Rosenberg, Greg Bluestein, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, Matthew Belloni, and Philip Bump join.
One person is in custody after a mass shooting in Half Moon Bay, California left at least seven people dead. It comes just two days after a gunman killed 11 and injured 9 at a dance hall in Monterey Park, California. And, a retired top FBI agent Charles McGonigal was arrested for alleged money laundering and violating Russian sanctions. Steve Patterson, Thomas Wong, Clint Watts, Barbara McQuade, Frank Figliuzzi, Stuart Stevens, Jason Johnson, and Avery Wilks joins.
Anti-abortion activists held the first “March for Life” since Roe v. Wade was overturned. It comes days before the 50th anniversary of the landmark decision. Plus, President Biden reflected on the challenges and accomplishments during his first two years in office. In the second half of his term, he’ll face a different set of issues but with a new Republican-controlled House. Amna Nawaz, Irin Carmon, Michelle Goodwin, Zach Montague, Barbara McQuade, Carlos Curbelo, Donna Edwards, and Michael Beschloss join.
The U.S. hits its borrowing limit and sets up a debt ceiling fight on Capitol Hill. Meantime, President Biden makes his first public remarks on his handling of classified material since the special counsel was named. Plus, a Supreme Court investigation fails to find who leaked the abortion ruling draft. Peter Baker, Yasmeen Abutaleb, Joyce Vance, Jim Rutenberg, Mark McKinnon, Symone Sanders-Townsend, and Jake Ward join.
The U.S. is expected to hit its debt limit on Thursday, setting up a major political fight in Washington. Meantime, a failed GOP candidate arrested in connection to attacks on New Mexico Democrats appears in court.. Plus, the White House says President Biden’s documents probe won’t impact his election plans. Yamiche Alcindor, Ryan Nobles, Tom Nichols, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Michael Steele, Amy McGrath, and Kara Swisher join.
After a rough battle for House Speaker, Kevin McCarthy assigns extreme GOP representatives to powerful committees. It comes as a Solomon Peña, an ex-GOP candidate, was arrested in a string of shootings targeting Democrats in New Mexico. Plus, the U.S. prepares to hit the debt ceiling on Thursday. Luke Broadwater, Tara Palmeri, Frank Figliuzzi, Tim Miller, Juanita Tolliver, Michael Schmidt, and Kerry Sanders join.
President Biden is renewing his call to protect federal voting rights as the nation honors the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. However, House Republicans are more focused on investigating the President after more classified material was found at his Delaware home. Plus, the US will hit the debt ceiling this Thursday and Kevin McCarthy said he wants spending caps in exchange for raising the debt limit. Cornell Belcher, Carol Lee, Neal Katyal, Jason Beardsley, David Plouffe, Tara Setmayer, and John Hendrickson join.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen sounds the alarm telling Congress the U.S. is set to reach its debt limit on Thursday. Meantime, the Trump Organization is hit with a $1.6 million fine in a years-long tax fraud scheme. And our Friday Nightcap talks Republican’s new power in the House, the embattled George Santos and a Golden Globes comeback. Jon Allen, Melissa Murray, Brendan Buck, David Cay Johnston, Rehema Ellis, Tim O’Brien, Toure and Kurt Andersen join.
Attorney General Merrick Garland named Robert Hur to review President Biden’s handling of classified documents after leaving the Obama administration. It comes as NBC News learns one of the documents found in Biden’s former office was marked with top secret classification. Plus, from Damar Hamlin’s recovery to the lack of diversity in the NFL, Stephen A. Smith sits down one-on-one with Stephanie Ruhle to talk about it all. Garrett Haake, Yasmeen Abutaleb, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Rep. Abigail Spanberger, Stephen A. Smith, Matthew Dowd, and Juanita Tolliver join.
After campaigning on kitchen table issues, House Republicans started off their first days in power focused on passing abortion-related bills. Meantime, the GOP-led Oversight committee is now looking into the Biden family’s financial records and a second batch of classified documents found. Plus, A corrupted file is to blame for the delays and cancellations of thousands of flights across the U.S. on Wednesday. Peter Baker, Joyce Vance, Shelby Talcott, Captain C.B. "Sully" Sullenberger, Michael Steele, Robert Gibbs, and Amb. William Taylor join.
President Biden said he’s “surprised” by the classified documents found in an office he used after his vice presidency. Meantime, House Republicans approve a new subcommittee to investigate the “weaponization” of the federal government. Plus, former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg is sentenced to five months at Rikers Island. Leigh Ann Caldwell, Susanne Craig, Glenn Kirschner, James Carville, Carlos Curbelo, Mary Beth Sheridan, and Darsha Philips join.
After a dramatic fight for Speaker, Kevin McCarthy faced a key test to pass the House rules package. Meantime, the Georgia grand jury investigating possible election interference by former President Trump and his allies completed its final report. Meantime a “small amount” of classified documents were found at a think tank tied to President Biden. Plus, more than one thousand people are detained after far-right supporters of Jair Bolsonaro stormed Brazil’s capital in protest of the presidential election results. Yamiche Alcindor, Luke Broadwater, Barbara McQuade, Nayyera Haq, Christopher Garman, Jason Johnson, Reed Galen, and Jay Skurski join.
After 11 rounds of voting over three days, the House has not yet selected a Speaker. The House plans to return Friday at noon as Republicans work on a potential deal to sway the GOP holdouts. Ali Vitali, Andrew Desiderio, Tim Miller, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Jeremy Peters, Steven A. Sund, and Dr. Vin Gupta join.
The deadlock over House Speaker will stretch into a third day after Republican holdouts blocked Kevin McCarthy from getting the Speaker’s gavel for a sixth time. Now, lawmakers plan to reconvene Thursday at noon. Ryan Nobles, Yamiche Alcindor, Jacqueline Alemany, Will Hurd, Rep. Lauren Boebert, Michael Steele, and Juanita Tolliver join.
Rep. Kevin McCarthy lost the first three rounds of votes after a group of Republican holdouts rejected him as Speaker. It marks the first time in a century that the House failed to elect a new Speaker on the first ballot. It all comes as Democrats stood united behind its new leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries. Plus, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is still in critical condition after suffering cardiac arrest during the Bengals game Monday night. Ryan Nobles, Luke Broadwater, Reed Galen, Rep. Colin Allred, Charlie Sykes, Jennifer Palmieri, and Tom Winter join.
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals after a tackle. Jay Skurski, Mike Tirico, Dr. Vin Gupta, and Randal Hill join.
After a years-long legal battle, the House Ways and Means committee released six years of former President Trump’s taxes. Meantime, new false claims emerge after an incoming GOP congressman George Santos apologizes for embellishing his resume. Plus, a new COVID subvariant becomes the dominant strain in the Northeast. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Jon Allen, David Farenthold, Glenn Kirschner, David Henderson, Tim Miller, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, and Dr. Vin Gupta join.
One day after the January 6th committee unveiled its final report, the panel is out with dozens of newly-released transcripts. Meantime, Sen. Mitch McConnell says Trump’s political clout is “diminishing.” And a massive winter storm ties up holiday travel. Luke Broadwater, Neal Katyal, Eli Stokols, Eric Tucker, Donell Harvin, Amy McGrath, David Jolly and Dr. Vin Gupta join.
The January 6th committee released its 845 page final report, capping an 18-month probe of the Capitol riot. Katie Benner, Joyce Vance, Carol Leonnig, Melissa Murray, Charles Coleman, Scott Wong, Officer Harry Dunn, Symone Sanders and Stuart Stevens join.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy makes a historic address to U.S. lawmakers during his first trip outside of Ukraine since the war began. Meantime, the January 6th committee pushes back the release of its final report to Thursday. Plus, new reporting shows an informant warned the FBI about the potential violence brewing on January 6th weeks before the attack. Luke Broadwater, Chuck Rosenberg, Clint Watts, Amb. William Taylor, Lt. Gen. Russel Honore, Maria Teresa Kumar and Tim Miller join.
The Ways & Means House committee voted to approve the public release of six years of Trump’s personal and business tax documents. Meantime, the January 6th committee prepares to release its final report on Wednesday. Leigh Ann Caldwell, Tim O’Brien, Joyce Vance, Tommy Gonzales, Jason Johnson, David Jolly and Jacob Ward join.
After an 18-month investigation, the January 6th committee takes a historic vote to approve four criminal referrals against former President Trump. It comes as the panel unveils new testimony from two Trump aides and evidence of potential witness tampering. Ryan Nobles, Glenn Kirschner, Frank Figliuzzi, Tim Miller, Denver Riggleman and Jason Van Tatenhove join.
There is new reporting about the criminal referrals the January 6th committee is considering for Donald Trump ahead of the final public meeting. Meantime, the House Ways and Means committee is expected to vote on whether to release Trump’s taxes to the public. Plus, the Friday Nightcap panel is back to talk Twitter, crypto and The White Lotus. Jon Allen, Joyce Vance, Raul Reyes, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Kate Snow, Charles Coleman, Matt Friend, and Sheelah Kolhatkar join.
On Monday the January 6th Committee will convene to vote on criminal referrals. Chairman Bennie Thompson hinted they may also reveal new evidence ahead of the release of the full report. Plus, several journalists have their Twitter accounts suspended. And fears of a “tripledemic” grow ahead of the holidays. Peter Baker, Kyle Cheney, Katie Phang, Kavita Patel, Juanita Tolliver, Reed Galen, and Alex Stamos join.
One decade ago, the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary rattled the nation. Today, we take stock of the successes and setbacks in gun reform since the attack. It comes as the House Oversight committee holds a hearing on surging anti-LGBTQ violence. Plus, Elon Musk shakes up Twitter’s safety and legal teams. Yasmeen Abutaleb, Jonathan Capehart, Matthew Dowd, Melissa Murray, Katie Benner, Jake Ward, Igor Novikov, and Gillian Tett join.
Sam Bankman-Fried was denied bail in the Bahamas after he was indicted on federal fraud and conspiracy charges. Meantime, the January 6th committee revealed it is holding its final hearing on Monday, where the panel will vote on criminal referrals. Plus, President Biden signs the Respect for Marriage Act into law at the White House. Garrett Haake, Barbara McQuade, Maggie Severns, Renato Mariotti, Jen Wieczner, Tim Miller, Michael Steele, Jackie Hegarty, and Robert X. Fogarty join.
The former head of FTX, Sam Bankman-Fried was arrested in the Bahamas at the request of the U.S. government. Meantime, Special Counsel Jack Smith issues new subpoenas in the Trump probe. Plus, the lack of reporting from police agencies nationwide is casting doubt on the FBI’s latest report on hate crimes. Amna Nawaz, Luke Broadwater, Andrew Weissmann, Jonathan Greenblatt, Frank Figliuzzi, Brendan Buck, Symone Sanders-Townsend, and Brian Schwartz join.
A federal judge declined to hold Trump’s team in contempt of court for failing to fully comply with a subpoena asking them to turn over all classified documents. Meantime, Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema leaves the Democratic Party and switches to Independent. Plus, as WNBA star Brittney Griner lands back on U.S. soil, the focus now turns to getting other detained Americans back home – including Paul Whelan. Jon Allen, Barbara McQuade, Carlos Curbelo, David Whelan, Blake Zeff, and Michael Beschloss join.
The Justice Department is asking a federal judge to hold Trump’s team in contempt for not turning over all classified documents as requested in a May subpoena. Meantime, WNBA star Brittney Griner is freed after 10 months in Russian custody. Plus, the House passes the landmark Respect For Marriage Act. Peter Baker, Jackie Alemany, Joyce Vance, Former Governor Bill Richardson, Brianna Turner, Rep. Ritchie Torres, Maria Teresa Kumar and Michael Steele join.
The January 6th committee plans to release its final report, along with criminal referrals for the Justice Department on December 21st. Meantime, new classified documents were discovered in a Florida storage unit among former President Trump’s possessions. Plus, the Supreme Court weighs a case that could massively change election authority. And Republicans play the blame game after Herschel Walker’s loss in Georgia. Yasmeen Abutaleb, Ryan Nobles, Carol Leonnig, Chuck Rosenberg, Tim Miller, LaTosha Brown, and Frank Figliuzzi join.
In the final election of the 2022 midterms, Democratic incumbent Sen. Raphael Warnock keeps his Georgia seat, defeating Republican candidate Herschel Walker. Warnock will be the first black Senator to serve a full six year term in the Senate. Plus, a New York jury finds the Trump Organization guilty of tax fraud. Jason Johnson, James Carville, Juanita Tolliver, Reed Galen, David Jolly, Jen Psaki, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Monica Simpson, Kendra Cotton, Rachel Bitecofer, and Barbara McQuade join.
Georgia voters head to the polls Tuesday to decide if Sen. Raphael Warnock or Herschel Walker will be their next Senator. It comes as the runoff smashed early voting records and attracted new voters. Meantime, the Supreme Court hears a First Amendment case pitting LGBTQ rights against religious freedom. Plus, the FBI now joins the investigation into “targeted” attacks on power substations in North Carolina. Carol Lee, Tia Mitchell, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Dahlia Lithwick, Barbara McQuade, Robert Gibbs, Taylor Shook, and Clint Watts join.
Former Trump White House counsels Pat Cipollone and Pat Philbin testify to a grand jury in Washington for several hours. Meantime, President Biden speaks out against extremism and antisemitic hate. Plus, our Friday Night Cap panel is back to cover extremism, Ye, and controversies in the sports world. Jon Allen, Katie Benner, Glenn Kirschner, Brandy Zadrozny, Rex Chapman, Ali Velshi, Chris Jansing, and Vince August join.
An appeals court panel, consisting of two Trump-appointed judges, shut down the special master review of classified documents seized from Mar-a-Lago. Meantime, the Senate passes a bill to avert a rail strike, sending it to President Biden’s desk for a signature. And Kanye West praises Hitler and calls himself a Nazi during a shocking interview with Alex Jones. It comes as antisemitic rhetoric in America is on the rise. Plus, a Nobel Prize winner tells us how much danger the U.S. is in and how to stand up to a dictator. Geoff Bennett, Renato Mariotti, Luke Broadwater, Jonathan Greenblatt, Ben Collins, Emily Amick, Tim Miller, and Maria Ressa join.
House Democrats elect Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to succeed Nancy Pelosi as party leader. Meantime, the January 6 committee reveals new details on its final report. Plus, Congress is on track to pass a measure avoiding a looming nationwide rail strike. Yamiche Alcindor, Carol Leonnig, Joyce Vance, Rep. Jake Auchincloss, Mara Gay, Matthew Dowd, and Kara Swisher join.
In the most serious January 6th verdict yet, a federal jury found Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes and his top lieutenant guilty of seditious conspiracy. Meantime, former Secret Service agent Tony Ornato speaks with the January 6th committee. Plus, the RNC announces a review of their midterm performance. Jason Van Tatenhove, Luke Broadwater, Glenn Kirschner, Michael Steele, David Plouffe, Zoe Schiffer, Joan Donavan, and Jules Boykoff join.
Former President Trump dined with Kanye West and white supremacist Nick Fuentes at Mar-a-Lago, triggering a political firestorm. Plus, a week ahead of the Georgia runoff, the state broke a voting record with more than 300,000 early votes cast on Monday. And new reporting uncovers FTX’s massive operation to shape regulation for the crypto industry through political and charitable donations. Peter Baker, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Charles Coleman, Greg Bluestein, Juanita Tolliver, Stuart Stevens, Ken Vogel, and Ron Insana join.
After years of legal fights, the Supreme Court is allowing the release of Trump’s tax records to House Democrats. Meantime, a federal appeals court signals it’s likely to end the special master review of the documents found at Mar-a-Lago. New accounts from inside Club Q amid rising anti-LGBTQ rhetoric. Plus, an inside look at how radio became a megaphone for the right wing. Carol Leonnig, Shannon Pettypiece, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Leslie Herod, Katie Thorton, Charlie Sykes, and Amb. William Taylor join.
48 hours after a gunman opened fire in a Colorado LGBTQ nightclub, police are identifying the five people killed in the attack. It comes as we learn about the heroes who helped stop the shooter. Plus, Trump’s legal problems continue to stack up between the January 6th committee, a new special counsel, and the Manhattan D.A. Ben Collins, Tracy Walder, Nadine Bridges, Peter Baker, Melissa Murray, Juanita Tolliver, Jason Johnson, and Jules Boykoff join.
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland appointed a special counsel to investigate Trump’s role in the January 6th attack and his handling of classified documents. Meantime, one day after Nancy Pelosi announced plans to step down from leadership, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries launches his bid to be her successor. Plus, our Friday Night Cap Panel is back covering everything from politics to CEO downfalls. Jon Allen, Barbara McQuade, Matthew Dowd, Kara Swisher, Stephanie Gosk, George Hahn, Bill Cohan, and Raul Reyes join.
The first female speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, announced she will not seek another leadership term. It comes as House Republicans lay out plans to investigate Hunter Biden with their new, narrow majority. Plus, after Elon Musk gave Twitter staffers an ultimatum, the company is seeing a new wave of resignations. And the new documentary “God Forbid” explores the high-profile affair involving prominent evangelical couple Becki Falwell & Jerry Falwell Jr. Geoff Bennett, Charles Coleman, Amy McGrath, Rep. Ro Khanna, Jake Ward, Billy Corben, and Anthea Butler join.
NBC News projects Republicans have flipped the House with a narrow majority. Meantime in the Senate, Mitch McConnell survives a challenge for GOP leader. It comes as 12 Republicans joined Democrats to advance the Respect for Marriage Act. Plus, former Vice President Mike Pence says he’s “closing the door” on testifying to the Jan. 6th committee. Eli Stokols, Joyce Vance, Jonathan Capehart, Michael McFaul, Fmr. Sen. Al Franken, David Jolly, and Maria Sacchetti join.
NATO member Poland says a Russian-made missile hit a town a few miles from the Ukraine border, killing two people. Now, NATO is holding an emergency meeting in Brussels Wednesday. Meantime, twice-impeached former President Trump announces his 2024 bid. Plus, the latest on the chaos inside Twitter. Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Jen Psaki, Tom Nichols, Jackie Alemany, Stuart Stevens, Glenn Kirschner, and Zoe Schiffer join.
NBC News projects Democrat Katie Hobbs wins Arizona’s race for governor, defeating Trump-endorsed candidate Kari Lake. It comes as Trump is expected to announce his 2024 bid for president on Tuesday. Meantime, the fight for House control has Republicans fighting over leadership. Plus, an update on the downfall of FTX. Tim Miller, Peter Baker, Chuck Rosenberg, Gov.-Elect Wes Moore, Juanita Tolliver, David Plouffe, and Teddy Schleifer join.
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) wins re-election in the Arizona Senate race, leaving Democrats one seat away from keeping control of the Senate. Meantime, Michigan Democrats take control of the state House and Senate, leaving Republicans questioning Trump-backed candidates. Plus, cryptocurrency exchange FTX has filed for bankruptcy as its CEO steps down. Steve Kornacki, Jon Allen, Jon Ralston, Greg Bluestein, Matthew Dowd, State Sen. Mallory McMorrow, Jake Ward, and Michael Beschloss join.
Control of Congress is on the line with votes still being counted in key states like Nevada and Arizona. Plus, we talk with Rep. Katie Porter about her race. Plus, the country’s youngest voters turned out in record numbers to stop a potential red wave. Garrett Haake, Charlie Sykes, Brahm Resnik, Rep. Katie Porter, Victor Shi, John Della Volpe, Juanita Tolliver, and Jake Ward join.
Tens of millions of Americans have already voted before Election Day. Meantime, President Biden and Former President Trump hit the trail to make their final pitch to voters as control of Congress hangs in the balance. Plus, Republicans are already suing to throw out thousands of mail ballots in battleground states. Peter Baker, Greg Bluestein, Jon Ralston, John Micek, Sen. Evan Bayh, Andrew Weissman, and Matthew Sanderson join.
New reporting shows the Justice Department has told Trump’s legal team that it suspects he still hasn’t returned all White House documents. Meantime, the January 6th committee announces its rescheduled public hearing is set for next Thursday. Plus, a Proud Boys member is the first to plead guilty to seditious conspiracy. And, President Biden pardons thousands of people convicted of marijuana possession, fulfilling his campaign promise. But Republicans are calling it a “distraction.” Charlie Savage, Frank Figliuzzi, Chuck Rosenberg, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Carlos Curbelo, and Aaron David Miller join.
A court agreed to speed up the Justice Department’s appeal in Trump’s Mar-a-Lago documents case. Meantime, Pres. Biden and Florida Gov. DeSantis put politics aside during a tour surveying Hurricane Ian’s damage. Plus, new reporting shows online chatter of “civil war” is on the rise since the FBI searched Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home. Carol Lee, Luke Broadwater, Joyce Vance, Clint Watts, Yamiche Alcindor, David Jolly, and Maria Teresa Kumar join.
Former President Trump made an emergency request asking the Supreme Court to intervene in his Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. It comes as the nation’s highest court hears arguments in Alabama’s redistricting case, marking a major test of the Voting Rights Act. Plus, Herschel Walker is denying reports that he paid for an ex-girlfriend’s abortion, while his son accusing him of lying. The Georgia Senate controversy raises the question of “candidate quality.” Carol Leonnig, Zoe Tillman, Melissa Murray, James Carville, and Jason Beardsley join.
Several documents were then confirmed missing by the National Archives. And Trump’s legal team asks the court to delay a special master ruling. Meanwhile, opening statements in the founder of the Oath Keepers’ January 6 sedition trial began today. Plus, Axios is reporting Brett Favre hired former White House lawyer Eric Herschmann, as new texts show the University of Southern Mississippi was concerned about the grant funded volleyball facility he proposed. Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Sam Stein, Katie Benner, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, Anna Wolfe, and Jeff Mason join.
Several documents were then confirmed missing by the National Archives. And Trump’s legal team asks the court to delay a special master ruling. Meanwhile, opening statements in the founder of the Oath Keepers’ January 6 sedition trial began today. Plus, Axios is reporting Brett Favre hired former White House lawyer Eric Herschmann, as new texts show the University of Southern Mississippi was concerned about the grant funded volleyball facility he proposed. Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Sam Stein, Katie Benner, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, Anna Wolfe, and Jeff Mason join.
Several documents were then confirmed missing by the National Archives. And Trump’s legal team asks the court to delay a special master ruling. Meanwhile, opening statements in the founder of the Oath Keepers’ January 6 sedition trial began today. Plus, Axios is reporting Brett Favre hired former White House lawyer Eric Herschmann, as new texts show the University of Southern Mississippi was concerned about the grant funded volleyball facility he proposed. Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Sam Stein, Katie Benner, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, Anna Wolfe, and Jeff Mason join.
Chairman Thompson says that the next hearing will happen before the midterm election in November. Meantime, The Washington Post reports former President Trump’s legal team disagrees over how to handle the Mar-a-Lago case. After leaving devastation in Florida, Hurricane Ian makes landfall in South Carolina. Plus, another recap of the week with our Friday panel. Barbara McQuade, Charlie Savage, Jon Allen, Bryan Stern, Basil Smikle, Gillian Tett, George Hahn, and Tim O’Brien join.
Chairman Thompson says that the next hearing will happen before the midterm election in November. Meantime, The Washington Post reports former President Trump’s legal team disagrees over how to handle the Mar-a-Lago case. After leaving devastation in Florida, Hurricane Ian makes landfall in South Carolina. Plus, another recap of the week with our Friday panel. Barbara McQuade, Charlie Savage, Jon Allen, Bryan Stern, Basil Smikle, Gillian Tett, George Hahn, and Tim O’Brien join.
Chairman Thompson says that the next hearing will happen before the midterm election in November. Meantime, The Washington Post reports former President Trump’s legal team disagrees over how to handle the Mar-a-Lago case. After leaving devastation in Florida, Hurricane Ian makes landfall in South Carolina. Plus, another recap of the week with our Friday panel. Barbara McQuade, Charlie Savage, Jon Allen, Bryan Stern, Basil Smikle, Gillian Tett, George Hahn, and Tim O’Brien join.
Hurricane Ian regains strength as it heads towards Georgia and South Carolina. This comes after Ian left the West coast of Florida in destruction. Plus, Ginni Thomas met with the Jan. 6th committee and stuck to her false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. Michelle Grossman, Jesse Kirsch, Tara Calligan, Nikki Fried, Glenn Kirschner, Alex Harris, David Jolly, and Jay Carter join.
Hurricane Ian regains strength as it heads towards Georgia and South Carolina. This comes after Ian left the West coast of Florida in destruction. Plus, Ginni Thomas met with the Jan. 6th committee and stuck to her false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. Michelle Grossman, Jesse Kirsch, Tara Calligan, Nikki Fried, Glenn Kirschner, Alex Harris, David Jolly, and Jay Carter join.
Hurricane Ian regains strength as it heads towards Georgia and South Carolina. This comes after Ian left the West coast of Florida in destruction. Plus, Ginni Thomas met with the Jan. 6th committee and stuck to her false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. Michelle Grossman, Jesse Kirsch, Tara Calligan, Nikki Fried, Glenn Kirschner, Alex Harris, David Jolly, and Jay Carter join.
Hurricane Ian has downgraded to a Category 1 storm after making landfall as Category 4 on the western coast of Florida. Michelle Grossman, Ali Velshi, Ellison Barber, Terry Mazany, Jesse Kirsch, Lt. General Russel Honore, Wendy Goldberg, Michael Mann, and Chris Massaro join.
Hurricane Ian has downgraded to a Category 1 storm after making landfall as Category 4 on the western coast of Florida. Michelle Grossman, Ali Velshi, Ellison Barber, Terry Mazany, Jesse Kirsch, Lt. General Russel Honore, Wendy Goldberg, Michael Mann, and Chris Massaro join.
Hurricane Ian has downgraded to a Category 1 storm after making landfall as Category 4 on the western coast of Florida. Michelle Grossman, Ali Velshi, Ellison Barber, Terry Mazany, Jesse Kirsch, Lt. General Russel Honore, Wendy Goldberg, Michael Mann, and Chris Massaro join.
The Jan. 6th committee announced it is postponing Wednesday’s public hearing due to Hurricane Ian. Meantime, we’re learning Secret Service leadership confiscated the phones of 24 agents involved in the Capitol riot response. Plus, an update on Hurricane Ian as it barrels towards the state’s west coast. Carol Leonnig, Neal Katyal, Hugo Lowell, Michael Steele, Robert Gibbs, Somara Theodore, Francis Suarez, and Kate Kelly join.
The Jan. 6th committee announced it is postponing Wednesday’s public hearing due to Hurricane Ian. Meantime, we’re learning Secret Service leadership confiscated the phones of 24 agents involved in the Capitol riot response. Plus, an update on Hurricane Ian as it barrels towards the state’s west coast. Carol Leonnig, Neal Katyal, Hugo Lowell, Michael Steele, Robert Gibbs, Somara Theodore, Francis Suarez, and Kate Kelly join.
The Jan. 6th committee announced it is postponing Wednesday’s public hearing due to Hurricane Ian. Meantime, we’re learning Secret Service leadership confiscated the phones of 24 agents involved in the Capitol riot response. Plus, an update on Hurricane Ian as it barrels towards the state’s west coast. Carol Leonnig, Neal Katyal, Hugo Lowell, Michael Steele, Robert Gibbs, Somara Theodore, Francis Suarez, and Kate Kelly join.
New reporting reveals clips from a Roger Stone documentary will be used at this week’s Jan. 6th public hearing. It comes as former Jan. 6th committee adviser, Denver Riggleman releases his new, unauthorized book about this work while on the panel. Plus, an Arizona judge reinstates an abortion ban from 1864. Luke Broadwater, A.B. Stoddard, Andrew Weissman, Kavita Patel, Tim Miller, Jonathan Capehart, and Jason Van Tatenhove join.
New reporting reveals clips from a Roger Stone documentary will be used at this week’s Jan. 6th public hearing. It comes as former Jan. 6th committee adviser, Denver Riggleman releases his new, unauthorized book about this work while on the panel. Plus, an Arizona judge reinstates an abortion ban from 1864. Luke Broadwater, A.B. Stoddard, Andrew Weissman, Kavita Patel, Tim Miller, Jonathan Capehart, and Jason Van Tatenhove join.
New reporting reveals clips from a Roger Stone documentary will be used at this week’s Jan. 6th public hearing. It comes as former Jan. 6th committee adviser, Denver Riggleman releases his new, unauthorized book about this work while on the panel. Plus, an Arizona judge reinstates an abortion ban from 1864. Luke Broadwater, A.B. Stoddard, Andrew Weissman, Kavita Patel, Tim Miller, Jonathan Capehart, and Jason Van Tatenhove join.
The Justice Department resumes its review of documents seized at Mar-a-Lago. And Trump’s lawyers were reportedly at a DC federal court this week, battling with the DOJ over potential witness testimony to a grand jury about Trump’s actions ahead of 1/6. Plus, after a week dominated by major headlines, our panel takes a deeper dive into the big issues, including Trump’s legal problems and fears about the economy. Barbara McQuade, Stuart Stevens, Jon Allen, Jacob Ward, Liz Plank, Judy Gold, Nancy Giles, and Ron Insana join.
The Justice Department resumes its review of documents seized at Mar-a-Lago. And Trump’s lawyers were reportedly at a DC federal court this week, battling with the DOJ over potential witness testimony to a grand jury about Trump’s actions ahead of 1/6. Plus, after a week dominated by major headlines, our panel takes a deeper dive into the big issues, including Trump’s legal problems and fears about the economy. Barbara McQuade, Stuart Stevens, Jon Allen, Jacob Ward, Liz Plank, Judy Gold, Nancy Giles, and Ron Insana join.
The Justice Department resumes its review of documents seized at Mar-a-Lago. And Trump’s lawyers were reportedly at a DC federal court this week, battling with the DOJ over potential witness testimony to a grand jury about Trump’s actions ahead of 1/6. Plus, after a week dominated by major headlines, our panel takes a deeper dive into the big issues, including Trump’s legal problems and fears about the economy. Barbara McQuade, Stuart Stevens, Jon Allen, Jacob Ward, Liz Plank, Judy Gold, Nancy Giles, and Ron Insana join.
Special Master Dearie orders Trump lawyers to prove claims that the FBI “planted” evidence at Mar-a-Lago. Meantime, some GOP Senators reject Trump’s claim that a president can declassify documents just by “thinking about it.” Plus, the January 6th committee prepares to interview Ginni Thomas. Plus, a shocking fleecing of America. Jeff Mason, Katie Benner, Melissa Murray, David Enrich, Juanita Tolliver, Susan Del Percio, and Ken Dilanian join.
Special Master Dearie orders Trump lawyers to prove claims that the FBI “planted” evidence at Mar-a-Lago. Meantime, some GOP Senators reject Trump’s claim that a president can declassify documents just by “thinking about it.” Plus, the January 6th committee prepares to interview Ginni Thomas. Plus, a shocking fleecing of America. Jeff Mason, Katie Benner, Melissa Murray, David Enrich, Juanita Tolliver, Susan Del Percio, and Ken Dilanian join.
Special Master Dearie orders Trump lawyers to prove claims that the FBI “planted” evidence at Mar-a-Lago. Meantime, some GOP Senators reject Trump’s claim that a president can declassify documents just by “thinking about it.” Plus, the January 6th committee prepares to interview Ginni Thomas. Plus, a shocking fleecing of America. Jeff Mason, Katie Benner, Melissa Murray, David Enrich, Juanita Tolliver, Susan Del Percio, and Ken Dilanian join.
An unsealed FBI list shows that Trump mixed classified and unclassified items at his Florida home, including over 40 empty folders marked “classified.” President Biden and former President Trump will hold dueling events in battle ground state Pennsylvania this Labor Day Weekend. And the ongoing water emergency in Jackson, Mississippi stretches into a 6th day. Peter Baker, Barbara McQuade, Matthew Dowd, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, John Micek, and Michael Beschloss join.
In a prime time speech, President Biden condemned “MAGA forces” and called on Americans to fight against threats to democracy. Meantime, the judge deciding whether Trump will get a special master in the Mar-a-Lago search stopped short of issuing a ruling, but revealed a more detailed inventory of the materials seized would be made public. Plus, a one-on-one interview with Maryland gubernatorial candidate Wes Moore on the upcoming elections and his Trump-backed opponent. Carol Leonnig, Glenn Kirschner, Katie Phang, Tim Miller, Symone Sanders-Townsend, and Wes Moore join.
After Trump’s lawyers filed a response to the Dept. of Justice, a judge will now decide whether to grant the former President a special master in the Mar-a-Lago case. Plus, an exclusive sit down with Lt. Governor and PA Democratic Senate candidate John Fetterman for his first national interview since his stroke in May. Yamiche Alcindor, Melissa Murray, Jeremy Peters, John & Gisele Fetterman, Jonathan Allen, and Stuart Stevens join.
The Justice Department filed a lengthy response to former President Trump’s request for a special master in the Mar-a-Lago case. The filing reveals that government documents were “likely concealed and removed” from a storage room at Mar-a-Lago as part of an effort to obstruct the FBI’s investigation. Jeff Mason, Luke Broadwater, Chuck Rosenberg, Ryan Reilly, Mark McKinnon and Mara Gay join.
While Trump's legal team pushes for a “special master,” the Justice Department says it has already completed its review of the documents seized at Mar-a-Lago. Republicans, who had their PPP loans forgiven, get called out from the White House twitter account. And as more states choke off abortion access, others are stepping up to help with the economic burden for women. Philip Rucker, Katie Benner, Joyce Vance, David Jolly, David Plouffe, A.B. Stoddard, Sam Stein, and Sheelah Kolhatkar join.
The heavily redacted Mar-a-Lago affidavit cites 184 classified documents found in January and Trump’s refusal to return records as reasons for the search warrant. Also, Trump’s lawyers file a revised request for a “special master” to review evidence found during the August search at his Florida home. And a presidential historian talks about how nothing in American history compares to this controversy. Peter Baker, Harry Litman, Tracy Walder, Frank Figliuzzi, Julian Castro, Adrienne Elrod, and Michael Beschloss join.
A judge ordered that the DOJ’S redacted version of the affidavit in the Mar-a-Lago search warrant be unsealed by Friday at noon. Also, Trump lawyers have until tomorrow to clarify his lawsuit requesting a “special master” to review documents seized from his Florida estate. And as a wave of new abortion trigger bans kick in, more states are seeing a surge in voter registration, especially among women. Alayna Treene, Joyce Vance, Jeremy Peters, Greg Bluestein, Tim Miller, Errin Haines, and Chris Stirewalt join.
A newly released, unredacted memo details the Justice Department’s rationale for not charging Trump after the Mueller report. President Biden announced he will cancel up to $10k in student loan debt for certain borrowers, up to $20k for Pell Grant recipients and will extend the pause on repayment through December 31st. And following the money of who’s profiting off the big lie. Jackie Alemany, Eugene Daniels, Barbara McQuade, Ro Khanna, Patricia Murphy, Ali Vitali, and Mimi Swartz join.
A big primary night takes place in New York and Florida, testing the country’s political environment. A letter released by the National Archives confirms former President Trump took more than 700 pages of classified documents to Mar-a-Lago when he left office. And a shocking admission is given by an ex-cop in the Breonna Taylor case. Philip Rucker, Melissa Murray, Jill Wine Banks, Sahil Kapur, Marc Caputo, Matthew Dowd, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, and Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs join.
Two weeks after the search at Mar-a-Lago, Trump files a lawsuit requesting a judge appoint a “special master” to review the seized materials. New York Times reporting details just how many classified documents were held at the former President’s Florida estate. And as more buses from Texas and Arizona unload migrants, places like New York and Washington, D.C. are crying for help. Yamiche Alcindor, Glenn Kirschner, Carol Leonnig, Jason Johnson, David Jolly, and Rep. Ritchie Torres join.
Former President Trump continues to attack the law enforcement that searched Mar-a-Lago in a new online rant. Meantime, a judge rejects Sen. Lindsey Graham’s effort to delay testifying before a Georgia grand jury in an election interference investigation. And more women are registering to vote following the Roe reversal, but will they show up at the polls in November? Luke Broadwater, Amna Nawaz, Harry Litman, Clint Watts, Rachel Bitecofer, John Della Volpe, and Anya Kamenetz join.
A federal judge signaled he’s willing to unseal some of the Mar-a-Lago affidavit and ordered the Dept. of Justice to submit proposed redactions by next week. Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg pleads guilty in a tax fraud case, agreeing to pay nearly $2 million and serve five months in prison. And Boston Children’s Hospital faces violent threats because of misinformation about the hospital’s gender-affirming healthcare. David Fahrenthold, Chuck Rosenberg, Ken Dilanian, Tracy Walder, Juanita Tolliver, Tim Miller, and Michael Beschloss join.
The New York Times reports federal prosecutors have issued a grand jury subpoena for National Archive documents given to the Jan. 6th Committee. Rudy Giuliani testified before a grand jury in Georgia looking into the 2020 election interference. And the legal battle over abortion rights continues in Michigan. Greg Bluestein, Joyce Vance, Andrew Weissman, Sommer Brugal, State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, Mallory McMorrow, and Dr. Vin Gupta join.
NBC News projects that Liz Cheney has lost her primary in Wyoming to Harriet Hageman. The federal judge, who signed off on the search warrant on Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, set a Thursday hearing to discuss whether to unseal the affidavit. And a report from the House Oversight Committee unveils how misinformation has put election workers and American democracy in danger. Peter Baker, Stuart Stevens, Nick Troiano, Melissa Murray, Symone Sanders-Townsend, and Jane Slusser join.
A spike in violent threats has the FBI and Department of Homeland Security issuing an unusual warning following the Mar-a-Lago search. And the DOJ argues against revealing the search warrant affidavit. Plus, Rudy Giuliani is now a target in Georgia’s Big Lie investigation. Philip Rucker, Neal Katyal, Frank Figliuzzi, Patricia Murphy, A.B. Stoddard, and Maria Teresa Kumar join.
After a federal judge unsealed the search warrant for Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, we learned FBI agents found 11 sets of classified documents. And House Democrats celebrate after passing the Inflation Reduction Act, which now heads to President Biden’s desk. Peter Baker, Melissa Murray, Frank Figliuzzi, Matthew Dowd, David Plouffe, and Rep. Katie Porter join.
A new report says the FBI was looking for nuclear documents during its search at Mar-a-Lago. It comes as U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he “personally approved” the search warrant and has moved to unseal some of the documents. Former President Trump has until Friday afternoon to tell the DOJ if he plans to challenge it. Plus, we learn Trump received a subpoena to return the classified documents before the FBI sent its agents to Mar-a-Lago. Yamiche Alcindor, Joyce Vance, Katie Benner, Clint Watts, Ben Collins, Mara Gay and Michael Steele join.
Former Pres. Trump pleaded the Fifth more than 440 times during his deposition with New York’s Attorney General. It comes as new reporting sheds light on what led the FBI to search his Mar-a-Lago home. And as the Ukraine war approaches the six-month mark, the country targets a Russian air base in Crimea. Jackie Alemanny, Neal Katyal, Barbara McQuade, Symone Sanders, Tim Miller, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, and Jon Meacham join.
New reporting shows that the FBI’s search at Mar-a-Lago was related to classified information Trump allegedly took home with him from the White House in January 2021. This comes months after 15 boxes of documents were already returned to the National Archives from Trump’s Florida estate. The FBI seizes the cell phone of Trump ally Rep. Scott Perry. And an alarming rise in dangerous online rhetoric with more threats of violence and civil war. Luke Broadwater, Chuck Rosenberg, Melissa Murray, Harry Litman, Cornell Belcher, Mark McKinnon, and Ben Collins join.
The FBI executed a search warrant on former Pres. Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida while he was in New York City. A source familiar with the matter says the search is connected to the National Archives. Plus, what we’re hearing from Trump supporters about all of it online. Marc Caputo, Andrew Weissmann, Frank Figliuzzi, Barbara McQuade, Philip Rucker, Tim O’Brien, Ben Collins, Jeff Stein, and Victoria De Francesco join.
The Senate is expected to work through the weekend to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, but Republicans plan to try to delay the bill. TheJuly jobs report doubles expectations,as unemployment dips to pre-pandemic levels. And, conspiracy theorist Alex Jones is ordered to pay $45.2 million in punitive damages over his lies that the Sandy Hook shooting was a hoax. Peter Baker, Justin Wolfers, Luke Broadwater, Chuck Rosenberg, and Michael Beschloss join.
A jury ordered conspiracy theorist Alex Jones to pay $4.1 million to a Sandy Hook family after claiming the deadliest school shooting in U.S. history was a hoax. Sen. Sinema reaches a deal with Democrats on the climate, health care and tax bill, paving the way for passage. Hungary’s far-right Prime Minister gets a warm welcome at CPAC in Texas. Geoff Bennett, Neal Katyal, Michael McFaul, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Michael Steele, Steve Israel, and Dr. Vin Gupta join.
Former Trump White House counsel Pat Cipollone has been subpoenaed by a federal grand jury investigating Jan. 6th. New reporting reveals the phones of top Trump Pentagon officials were also wiped of Jan. 6th text messages. Plus, a twist in the Alex Jones defamation trial after his lawyers accidentally shared his texts and emails with the lawyers of the Sandy Hook parents. Jackie Alemany, Clint Watts, Melissa Murray, Rep. Katie Porter, Charlie Sykes, and Ben Collins join.
The polls have closed on a major primary election night. We break down what the voter choices from today could mean for the future of election integrity- and abortion rights in this country. Plus, a one-on-one interview with Sen. Joe Manchin on his tax reform and climate bill. Steve Kornacki, Philip Rucker, Sen. Claire McCaskill, Tim Miller, Jeremy Bash, Chris Jansing, and Sen. Joe Manchin join.The polls have closed on a major primary election night. We break down what the voter choices from today could mean for the future of election integrity- and abortion rights in this country. Plus, a one-on-one interview with Sen. Joe Manchin on his tax reform and climate bill. Steve Kornacki, Philip Rucker, Sen. Claire McCaskill, Tim Miller, Jeremy Bash, Chris Jansing, and Sen. Joe Manchin join.
President Biden announced a U.S. drone strike killed Al-Qaeda leader and key 9/11 plotter Ayman al-Zawahiri over the weekend. In his Monday evening speech, he warned other terrorists that the U.S. will “take you out.” Plus, a look at the key primaries in Tuesday’s elections as we mark 99 days before the midterms. John Brennan, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Matthew Dowd, Yamiche Alcindor, Joyce Vance, Susan Zeier, and Robert Reich join.
New reporting reveals that the Dept. of Homeland Security watchdog scrapped a plan to investigate the missing Secret Service texts from on and around 1/6. We learn more about Mick Mulvaney’s testimony to the 1/6 committee. And a look back at a week of wins and challenges for the Biden administration. Carol Leonnig, Jeff Mason, Glenn Kirschner, Matthew Dowd, Maria Teresa Kumar, and Jon Meacham join.
Former acting chief of staff to Trump, Mick Mulvaney, testified before the 1/6 committee for more than two hours. Meantime, Democrats rush to push a climate and health care package to the floor for a vote after a surprise breakthrough with Sen. Manchin. Plus, after Democrats struck a deal on reconciliation, Senate Republicans tanked the PACT act, which would’ve expanded health care for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits. Peter Baker, Barbara McQuade, Fmr. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, Rep. Abigail Spanberger, Juanita Tolliver, Tim Miller, Susan Zeier, and Paul Rieckhoff join.
Federal prosecutors obtained a new warrant to search former Trump lawyer John Eastman’s phone. Meantime, Sen. Manchin strikes a major deal with Sen. Schumer on climate, taxes and health care legislation. And a group of centrists is set to launch a third political party, “Forward." Leigh Ann Caldwell, Melissa Murray, Justin Wolfers, Jeremy Bash, Jason Johnson, and Stuart Stevens join.
New reporting reveals the DOJ is investigating Trump’s actions as part of its Jan. 6 criminal probe. It came hours after Attorney General Merrick Garland discussed the DOJ’s work with NBC News. And, the House Oversight committee is set to hold a hearing on America’s gun violence epidemic on Wednesday. Philip Rucker, Ryan Reilly, Joyce Vance, Matthew Miller, Cornell Belcher, Michael Steele, and Ryan Busse join.
Former Vice President Mike Pence’s chief of staff appeared before a federal grand jury investigating the Jan. 6th attack and the 1/6 committee releases more evidence showing Trump’s resistance condemn the Capitol rioters. Plus, as gas prices drop, President Biden predicts we won’t see a recession. Yamiche Alcindor, Neal Katyal, Robert Gibbs, Officer Harry Dunn, Brian Deese, and Jonathan Lemire join.
A jury found former Trump advisor Steve Bannon guilty of contempt of Congress after he refused to comply with a Jan. 6th committee subpoena. Former President Trump and Vice President Pence hold dueling rallies in Arizona, campaigning for rival GOP candidates for governor. Plus, what’s next for the 1/6 committee following bombshell hearings this summer. Jeremy Peters, Ryan Reilly, Barbara McQuade, Dr. Vin Gupta, Tim Miller, Maria Teresa Kumar, and Douglas Brinkley join.
The Jan. 6th committee held its last public hearing for this summer in primetime and highlighted Trump’s inactions during the 187 minutes the Capitol was under attack. During the hearing, there were testimonies from two former Trump White House insiders, Deputy Security Advisor Matthew Pottinger and Former Press Secretary Sarah Matthews. Sen. Claire McCaskill, Daniel Goldman, Peter Baker, Denver Riggleman, Al Schmidt, Frank Figliuzzi, Michael Steele, and Michael Beschloss join.
Tomorrow’s highly anticipated Jan. 6th hearing is expected to focus on Trump’s 187 minutes of inaction as his supporters stormed the Capitol. New reporting shows a watchdog agency learned the Secret Service had purged nearly all texts from the Jan. 6th back in February, but chose not to alert Congress. Plus, eight prominent conservatives released a new report examining and refuting every single claim of election fraud in the 2020 election. Geoff Bennett, Kyle Cheney, Harry Litman, David Hoppe, Former Sen. Al Franken, and Matthew Dowd join.
New reporting reveals the Secret Service has no new Jan. 6 texts to give the committee. It comes as the National Archives requested an investigation into the “potential unauthorized deletion” of those messages. Plus, the ACLU works to protect abortion rights with a “firewall” on the local level. And the House votes to protect same sex marriage. Philip Rucker, Carol Leonnig, Andrew Weissman, Kary Moss, Tim Miller, and Sen. Roland Gutierrez join.
As the Jan. 6th committee prepares for a primetime hearing on Thursday, we learn two former Trump White House officials will be key witnesses. It comes as the panel hopes to receive deleted Secret Service text messages as early as Tuesday. Plus, Steve Bannon’s contempt of Congress trial begins. Chuck Rosenberg, Ryan Reilly, Jeremy Peters, Brian Chansoff, Frank Figliuzzi, Kate Snow, and Lis Smith join.
New evidence and witness testimony prompt a surprise Jan. 6th committee hearing Tuesday. The continued fallout over the overturning of Roe v. Wade. And the horrifying Russian attack at a Ukraine shopping mall. Katie Benner, Phil Rucker, Neal Katyal, Dr. Jill Gibson, Errin Haines, A.B. Stoddard, and Gen. Barry McCaffrey join.
The Supreme Court has overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade decision that guaranteed the federal right to an abortion. The decision will undo decades of legal precedent for women’s health care rights in the United States. Katie Benner, Melissa Murray, Joyce Vance, Amy Hagstrom Miller, Marc Hearron, Jennifer Palmieri, Tim Miller, and Michael Beschloss join.
In the fifth Jan. 6th hearing, the committee focused on Trump’s effort to pressure the Department of Justice and revealed new information on Republican lawmakers who sought presidential pardons. Plus, only hours after the Supreme Court struck down a New York law restricting the carrying of concealed guns, the Senate holds a final vote on a bipartisan gun safety bill. Luke Broadwater, Chuck Rosenberg, Frank Figliuzzi, Matt Miller, Jonathan Capehart, Matthew Dowd, and Ryan Busse join.
In the fifth 1/6 public hearing, the committee plans to highlight Trump’s pressure campaign at the Department of Justice. America’s deepened political divide has reached extremes. What can we do to bridge this? Plus, the risk of recession amid rising inflation. Geoff Bennett, Barbara McQuade, Neal Katyal, Tom Nichols, Nick Troiano, and David Gura join.
New details are revealed in the fourth 1/6 hearing on the state level pressure campaign to overturn the 2020 election. Powerful testimony from GOP officials and election workers who received threats for just trying to do their job. Plus, another primary night is underway. Luke Broadwater, Greg Bluestein, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Al Franken, Michael Steele, and Steve Kornacki join.
In the fourth 1/6 public hearing, the committee plans to reveal new insight on Trump’s role in pressuring states to overturn election results. A Missouri GOP Senate candidate releases a new political ad asking voters to go “RINO hunting.” Plus, new reporting on the Uvalde shooting says that officers were ready with guns and shields, but not clear orders. Carol Leonnig, Glenn Kirschner, Clint Watts, Sewell Chan, David Plouffe, and Tim Miller join.
After a groundbreaking week of public hearings, next the 1/6 committee shifts to the pressure put on state officials to overturn the 2020 election. This comes as Trump responds to the public hearings by slamming Mike Pence. Plus, the 11th Hour commemorates Juneteenth. Our panel of guests talk about its history and the meaning of the holiday in today’s day of age. Jelani Cobb, Harry Litman, Eddie Glaude, and Janell Ross join.
During a groundbreaking third public hearing, the Jan. 6th committee showed the intense pressure Trump put on Vice President Mike Pence to overturn the 2020 election. This comes as pictures are released of Pence in hiding from the rioters during the insurrection. Plus, Trump lawyer John Eastman sought a pardon for his scheme to overturn the election after the Jan. 6th riot. Peter Baker, Joyce Vance, Tom LoBianco, Denver Riggleman, Juanita Tolliver, and Charlie Sykes join.
The January 6th committee plans to focus on Trump’s effort to pressure Mike Pence into overturning the 2020 election in the third public hearing. New surveillance video of a tour given before the insurrection is released. Plus, the Fed implements a major rate hike while inflation remains an issue for Americans. What does this mean for the midterms? Philip Rucker, Daniel Goldman, Melissa Murray, Matthew Dowd, Leigh McGowan, and David Cay Johnston join.
New evidence emerges on the pressure campaign to overturn the 2020 election. Another big primary night once again puts Trump GOP endorsements to the test. Plus, outrage over out of control COVID relief spending and the amount that may have been awarded to fraudsters. Luke Broadwater, Neal Katyal, Frank Figliuzzi, Heidi Heitkamp, Jon Ralston, Michael Steele, and Lis Smith join.
The fallout following the first January 6th public hearing. What the new evidence presented means, and what to watch for next. The March for Our Lives will return for demonstrations in Washington, DC and all over the country this weekend. A school shooting survivor tells us what she hopes these new marches will accomplish. Plus, an exclusive one on one interview with the iconic actor Henry Winkler. Peter Baker, Clint Watts, Barbara McQuade, Zoe Touray, and Michael Beschloss join.
Today marked the official start of the January 6th public hearings and the committee gave their opening remarks. The committee released never-before-seen testimony from Trump’s inner circle and disturbing new footage of the violent attack on the Capitol. Jackie Alemany, Claire McCaskill, Neal Katyal, Matthew Dowd, Carlos Curbelo, and Rep. Jamie Raskin join.
Hours away from the start of the Jan. 6th public hearings, we learn what to expect and what counter attacks Republicans might have planned. The 11-year-old girl who smeared herself with her friend’s blood to survive the Uvalde school shooting shares the horrific story to lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Hours after hearing the gut-wrenching testimony, the House passed a package of new gun bills. Plus, Americans are still paying up big time at the gas pump. What is really to blame for this? Philip Rucker, Glenn Kirschner, Jeremy Peters, Roland Gutierrez, Maria Teresa Kumar, and Michael Steele join.
Polls are closed on a critical primary day across the United States. Just ahead of the first public Jan. 6th hearings, more information comes out on what to expect. Plus, Uvalde native and actor Matthew McConaughey gives a powerful and emotional plea for stricter gun safety at the White House. James Carville, Tim Miller, Eugene Robinson, Mark McKinnon, and Steve Kornacki join.
The January 6th committee members give an inside look into what the hearings will contain and the panel announces a second hearing scheduled for next week. Another indictment is added to the list as the Department of Justice charges the longtime leader of the Proud Boys and four of his deputies with seditious conspiracy. The aftermath of another deadly weekend with mass shootings around the US. And Elon Musk threatens to walk away from his deal to buy Twitter. Peter Baker, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Melissa Murray, Robyn Thomas, Dan Pfeiffer, and Jake Ward join.
Peter Navarro is indicted for contempt of Congress for defying a January 6th committee subpoena. 390,000 jobs were added in the month of May, but Americans are still struggling with inflation. And on the 100 day mark of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, women correspondents who have reported from Ukraine share their experiences. Jonathan Capehart, Tim Miller, Joyce Vance, Molly Hunter, Sabrina Tavernise, and Hind Hassan join.
President Biden delivers a speech on gun violence and shakes the nation as he asks, ‘how much more carnage are we willing to accept?’ There are new details about next week’s January 6th Committee hearing. And pressure grows to ban lawmakers from trading stocks as we learn some are still breaking the rules. Ashley Parker, Nicholas Wu, Chuck Rosenberg, Bill Kristol, Juanita Tolliver, and Dave Levinthal join.
As victims of gun violence are laid to rest in Texas, another mass shooting in Tulsa kills four. Senate negotiators reportedly have a 'framework' for gun legislation following the spree of recent shootings. And a verdict has been reached in the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial. Geoff Bennett, Matthew Watkins, Barbara McQuade, Michael Steele, Kurt Bardella, Liz Plank, Katie Phang, and Michael McFaul join.
One week after a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at a Texas elementary school, the first funerals are getting underway. It comes after reports Uvalde police are no longer cooperating with Texas authorities in the investigation. Plus, the U.S. plans to send advanced rocket systems to Ukraine. Peter Baker, Katie Benner, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Igor Volsky, David Plouffe, Carlos Curbelo and Jason Beardsley join.
This week began with deadly mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas and ended with the same state showcasing the heart of the problem – a massive NRA event. We dive into gun culture, child psychology and history to find out what’s happening, why and what’s next. Ryan Busse, Matthew Dowd, Nicole Hockley, Dr. Harold Koplewicz, Douglas Brinkley and Brittany Packnett Cunningham join.
There are new questions emerging about the police response to the deadly mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas and the timeline of the attack. Meantime, some Republicans are suggesting “hardening” schools after the massacre. And after learning investigators needed DNA from parents to help identify the shooting victims, we look at how lethal an AR-15 style rifle can be to the human body. State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, Lisa Falkenberg, Michael Steele, Frank DeAngelis and Dr. Vin Gupta join.
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) reflects on his decade of pleading for gun reform and what's next in the fight. Plus, former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder talks about how little progress America has made since the massacre in Newtown, CT.
Trump endorsed Senate candidate Mehmet Oz and David McCormick are both getting some unexpected competition in the final days of the campaign, from ultra-right wing candidate Kathy Barnette. The election is dividing even the most dedicated Trump loyalists. Meanwhile, the January 6th Committee weighs what to do if the five subpoenaed members of Congress ignore their summons. And the White House is responding to the nationwide shortage of baby formula. John Micek, Barbara McQuade, Juanita Tolliver, Annie Gasparro, Dr. Lanre Falusi, Jake Ward and Jon Meacham join.
For the first time, the Jan. 6th committee subpoenas five of their own House colleagues, including Rep. Kevin McCarthy. It comes as federal prosecutors launch a grand jury investigation into former Pres. Trump's handling of classified documents. Meantime, Russia threatens ‘retaliatory steps’ after Finland announces plans to apply for NATO. Ashley Parker, Luke Broadwater, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Don Winslow, Ben Rhodes, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Zack Canepari and Erica Fink join.
Republican Senators Collins and Murkowski are working on a more narrow version of the abortion bill and there’s reporting that tomorrow the Supreme Court Justices will meet for the first time since the leak of the draft opinion. Plus new developments in the 2020 election probes and a judge lifts contempt order against Trump. Jackie Alemany, Joyce Vance, Eugene Robinson, Cal Perry, Jeremy Bash, David Plouffe, David Jolly, and Brian Chesky all join.
The Senate will vote on an abortion protections bill, although it is expected to fail Wednesday. Meantime, the West Virginia and Nebraska primaries mark the latest test of a Trump endorsement. Plus, Russia targets the port city of Odesa, putting global food supply at risk. And Elon Musk says he would reverse former President Trump’s Twitter ban if his purchase of the social media platform goes through. Philip Rucker, Yamiche Alcindor, Neal Katyal, Michael McFaul, Julia Davis, Maria Teresa Kumar and Damian Paletta join.
After weeks of rising fears of an escalation, Russia’s Victory Day unfolded relatively quietly in Ukraine. It comes as Pres. Biden signs a bill reviving a World War II-era program aimed at quickly getting military support to Ukraine. Plus, Senate Democrats tee up a doomed vote to protect abortion rights this week as the Senate’s top Republican said a nationwide abortion ban is "possible." Peter Baker, Jason Beardsley, Amb. William Taylor, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, Harry Litman, Matthew Dowd and Ruth Ben-Ghiat join.
Protests erupt across the U.S. after a leaked draft opinion revealed the Supreme Court appears ready to overturn Roe v. Wade. It comes as Chief Justice John Roberts orders an investigation into the source of the leak. Plus, JD Vance is projected to win the Ohio GOP Senate primary after his Trump endorsement, where he’ll face Democrat Tim Ryan. Kimberly Atkins Stohr, Claire McCaskill, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Gov. JD Pritzker, Dr. Maya Bass, Nancy Northup, Rep. Katie Porter and Jennifer Palmieri join.
According to a leaked draft opinion obtained by Politico, the Supreme Court has privately voted to strike down the landmark Roe v. Wade decision from 49 years ago. Philip Rucker, Barbara McQuade, Melissa Murray, Ari Melber, Alexis McGill Johnson, Amy Hagstrom Miller, Rep. Barbara Lee, A.B. Stoddard and Matthew Dowd.
A new batch of Mark Meadows’ text messages reveal how closely he worked with Fox News host Sean Hannity to push Trump’s big lie. Meantime, a judge rejected the former President’s bid to end a $10k daily fine in the NY attorney general's investigation. Plus, the Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby gets emotional discussing the atrocities in Bucha. And a former U.S. Marine dies fighting alongside Ukrainian forces. Peter Baker, Harry Litman, Luke Broadwater, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Ivo Daalder, Mara Gay, Tim Miller and Dr. Irwin Redlener join.
The Jan. 6th committee revealed it will hold at least eight public hearings starting in June before issuing a final report in the fall. It comes as House Republicans could see a second invite to speak with the panel as soon as Friday. Meantime, Pres. Biden requests $33 billion in aid for Ukraine. Plus, Moderna asks the FDA to authorize its vaccine for children under 6. Barbara McQuade, Jason Johnson, Kyle Cheney, Eugene Daniels, Jason Beardsley, Gary Gensler and Dr. Vin Gupta join.
After addressing explosive new audio tapes, Rep. Kevin McCarthy received a standing ovation from House Republicans. Despite the public united front, sources tell NBC things got “heated” in the GOP huddle. Meantime, Russia releases a U.S. Marine veteran in a surprise prisoner exchange. And House Democrats say the Trump admin. awarded a $700 million pandemic loan to a trucking company over objections from Defense Department officials. Jackie Alemany, Neal Katyal, Joyce Vance, Alexander Vindman, Robert Gibbs, Geoff Bennett and Alan Rappeport join.
Newly released tapes show Rep. Kevin McCarthy feared some far-right lawmakers could incite violence against fellow colleagues after the Capitol riot. It comes as the Jan. 6th committee plans to ask the top Republican in the House for an interview again. Meantime, Russia warns of “real” nuclear risk over Ukraine. Plus, a Ukrainian oligarch who got rich thanks to help from the Kremlin is now denouncing Vladimir Putin, even as he fights extradition to the U.S. on corruption charges. And Pres. Biden announced new energy efficiency regulations to phase out old-fashioned incandescent lightbulbs, reversing a Trump administration policy. Claire McCaskill, Michael Steele, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, Jeremy Bash, William Taylor, Ali Velshi and Tom Winter joins.
President Biden announces the largest-ever oil reserve release in hopes of driving down gas prices after the U.S. banned Russian oil imports. Meantime, Russia raises the stakes in an energy standoff by insisting European leaders pay for gas in rubles only. Plus, Russian troops hand control of the Chornobyl nuclear plant back to Ukraine. And Jared Kushner virtually meets with the Jan. 6th committee for more than six hours. Philip Rucker, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Eddie Fishman, Katie Benner, Barbara McQuade, Heidi Heitkamp and Marsha Ramsey join.
After promising to scale back troops, Russia continues strikes in Ukraine. It comes as declassified U.S. intelligence suggests Putin is being misinformed by his advisers about the war. Meantime, President Biden pushes for more Covid funding in anticipation of another surge. And as democracies are threatened around the world, there’s a new focus on the people behind the founding of democracy in America like Benjamin Franklin. Juan Zarate, Jeremy Bash, Claire McCaskill, Daniel Goldman, Asami Terajima and Ken Burns join.
Former President Trump’s phone records from Jan. 6th show a nearly 8-hour gap. The controversy is emerging as his son-in-law Jared Kushner is expected to virtually testify before the 1/6 committee later this week. Meantime, Russia says it is pulling back from Kyiv amid peace talks with Ukraine. And this week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the contentious Parental Rights in Education bill which prohibits instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade. Ashley Parker, Luke Broadwater, Joyce Vance, Ben Rhodes, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges, Will Hurd, Mary Ellen Klas and Shevrin Jones join.
President Biden is standing by his comment, during a speech in Poland over the weekend, where he said Putin “cannot remain in power.” Meantime, a new round of peace talks get underway as President Zelenskyy says he is willing to discuss neutral status with Russia. Plus, the Jan. 6th committee recommends former Trump aides Peter Navarro and Dan Scavino face contempt charges for not complying with subpoenas. Amb. Michael McFaul, Lt. Gen. Steph Twitty, Katie Benner, Chuck Rosenberg, Yamiche Alcindor and Charlie Sykes join.
President Biden is expected to give a major address on the war on Saturday and meet some of the millions of Ukrainian refugees who fled to Poland. Meantime, the U.S. and Europe make plans to reduce reliance on Russian energy. Plus, Russian ground forces halt its advance on Kyiv, signaling a possible strategy shift. And a newly surfaced email shows Justice Clarence Thomas’ wife pressed for GOP lawmakers to protest 2020 election results. Jason Beardsley, Peter Baker, Jeremy Bash, Carol Lam, Harry Litman, Dmytro Gurin and Vladimir Ashurkov join.
As the 35-hour curfew in Kyiv expires, a new Russian strike hits a Mariupol theater believed to be sheltering women and children. It comes as Ukraine’s military starts launching counteroffensives against Russian forces. Meantime, President Biden pledges $800 million in new military aid to Ukraine after President Zelenskyy’s emotional plea to U.S. Congress. Eugene Daniels, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Amb. William Taylor, Julia Ioffe, Igor Novikov and Michael Beschloss join.
As attacks intensify in Ukraine, the capital of Kyiv is under a 35-hour curfew. It comes as two more journalists are killed while reporting just outside the city. Meantime, the U.N. confirms more than three million refugees have fled the country. Plus, President Biden is expected to speak about providing aid to Ukraine after President Zelenskyy’s virtual address to Congress on Wednesday. And the White House announces Biden will travel to Brussels next week to meet with NATO allies. Ashley Parker, Ben Rhodes, Naveed Jamali, Julia Davis, Tim Seymour, Tom Winter, David Miliband and Whitney Leaming join.
As we move into “Day 20” of the war in Ukraine, Russia broadens their assault, intensifying attacks in already besieged cities. It comes as the pregnant woman photographed after the hospital bombing in Mariupol dies, along with her baby. Meantime, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy plans to virtually address members of Congress on Wednesday. And NBC News reports President Biden is considering a trip to Europe in the coming weeks. Clint Watts, Mike Rogers, Marie Yavanovich, Michael McFaul, Neil Thomas, Igor Novikov and Dr. Bill Novick join.
While U.S. officials track Russian troop movements near Ukraine’s capital, they’re also detecting airstrikes on military airfields in Western Ukraine. Meantime, President Zelenskyy is demanding Russia release Melitopol Mayor Ivan Fedorov after claims he was abducted by troops. Plus, President Biden formally calls on Congress to end normal trade relations with Russia. Garry Kasparov, Tom Nichols, Eugene Daniels, Olga Khazan, Julia Davis and Sergiy Stakhovsky join.
Listen to a special preview of the first episode of “Future Of” from MSNBC’s Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast. Seismic, and in some cases, irreversible changes have taken place since the dawn of the fossil fuel age. Compounded by a pandemic, these changes will continue to impact every facet of our lives. What’s in store for rapidly evolving areas like innovation, energy, and entertainment? How have the social media revolution and COVID crisis affected our personal relationships, and how might this time influence our friendships in the future? Will the next few years look remotely like the present day?
In this four-part miniseries, Chris Hayes speaks with leading experts in their respective fields to unpack these questions and explore the changes we’re facing. Listen to the first episode featuring Seth Meyers on the Future of Entertainment, and subscribe to the series: https://link.chtbl.com/with_futureof_drop
After recovering 15 boxes of documents from Mar-a-Lago, the National Archives is asking the Justice Dept. to investigate Trump’s handling of White House records. It comes as the Jan. 6th committee subpoenas the former president’s ex-adviser, Peter Navarro, after passages from his book indicate he may have been involved in plans to delay certification of the 2020 election. Meantime, DHS issues a warning that the convoy of truck drivers protesting Covid vaccine mandates could disrupt the Super Bowl on Sunday. Plus, the White House makes an escape plan for Americans living in Ukraine if Russia invades. And the CDC recommends people continue wearing masks as more states announce an end to their mask mandates. Peter Baker, Frank Figliuzzi, Joyce Vance, Eugene Robinson, Matthew Dowd and Dr. Céline Gounder join.
After Rudy Giuliani snubbed his deposition with the Jan. 6th committee, Chair Bennie Thompson revealed the panel is planning to meet on Friday to discuss the potentially more subpoenas. It comes as the National Archives learns more about Trump’s communications the day of the insurrection. Plus, the wording in the RNC censure resolution of Reps. Cheney & Kinzinger sparks a rift among Republican leadership. Meantime, the Senate is expected to act quickly after the House approved a short-term spending bill Tuesday to avert a federal shutdown. And French President Emmanuel Macron meets with Ukraine’s president one day after his meeting with Putin as tensions rise between both countries. Yamiche Alcindor, Alexi McCammond, Barbara McQuade, Al Franken, Mark McKinnon and Clint Watts join.
The National Archives retrieved 15 boxes of Trump White House records from Mar-a-Lago that should have been turned over when the former president left office. Meantime, Congress is eyeing a stopgap funding bill through March 11th to avoid a government shutdown in less than two weeks. And after President Biden’s meeting with the German chancellor, he issued a threat to abandon a major European energy pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine. Plus, more states are following New Jersey’s move to lift the school mask mandate. It comes as California plans to let its indoor mask mandate expire for vaccinated people next week. Philip Rucker, A.B. Stoddard, Neal Katyal, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Don Calloway, Susan Del Percio and Dr. Nahid Bhadelia join.
Former Vice President Mike Pence said “Trump is wrong” for claiming he could have overturned the 2020 election on Jan. 6th. It comes as the Republican Party censures Reps. Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger for investigating the Capitol riot, calling the probe an attack on “legitimate political discourse.” Meantime, Russia and China strengthen ties at the opening day of the Winter Olympics as Russia continues to add more troops to the Ukrainian border. Plus, President Biden touts a surprisingly strong January jobs report as the U.S. weathered the omicron surge. And the U.S. covid death toll hits 900,000. Peter Baker, Cynthia Alksne, Jonathan Karl, Symone Sanders, Tim Miller and Dr. Aileen Marty join.
New reporting claims Trump allies suggested using NSA data to dig up information to help overturn the 2020 election. Meantime, a U.S. raid in Syria ended with the death of an ISIS leader. It comes as the U.S. reveals intel that Russia has a plan to stage an attack as a pretext for an invasion in Ukraine. Plus, former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to defend his decision to certify the election at a Federalist Society event in Florida on Friday. It comes as the RNC plans to vote on a resolution to censure Republican Reps. Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger. Phil Rucker, Carol Leonnig, Joyce Vance, Ben Rhodes, Juanita Tolliver and Matthew Dowd join.
On the even of his memoir 'Permanent Record' being published, NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden talked at length from Moscow with MSNBC's Brian Williams in an exclusive interview. Here is their full discussion, including portions of the interview that did not air on The 11th Hour because of time constraints. This is their discussion in its entirety in podcast form, edited down slightly for clarity.