The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle

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.

Published: 26 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 12 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 21 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2024

As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of the second season of the award-winning original series, “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra.” In the chart-topping second season, Rachel Maddow returns to uncover the shocking history of the ultra-right’s reach into American politics. Listen to the entire first episode now, and follow the show to get the whole series: https://link.chtbl.com/rmpust_fdlw. You can also subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts for early access to every episode the Friday before it drops, and ad-free listening to all episodes of Ultra seasons one and two.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2024

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.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2024