The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle
An early look at the stories that will drive tomorrow's conversation, hosted by Stephanie Ruhle.
Episodes
Ohio returning as national bellwether for elections
Ali Velshi takes the "road-to-the midterms" through Columbus, Ohio. Plus, a federal judge reverses President Trump's media ban indefinitely. Andrew Weissmann, Fallon Gallagher, Karen Kasler, Abby Livingston, Sherrod Brown, and Amy Acton all appear on "The 11th Hour."
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Trump frames midterms as existential threat to himself
October 12, 2026; 11pm: Trump is desperate to keep Congress in Republican control as federal agents raid Rep. Ilhan Omar's home in Washington, D.C. Plus, Data centers become flashpoint in Ohio's senate race. Mehdi Hasan, Jim Acosta, Ali Vitali, Jocelyn Benson, and Chris Jansing all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Protests erupt after ICE shoots New York man with child in car
October 9, 2026; 11pm: New York leaders urge action after ICE shooting. Hurricane Isaias slams the Gulf Coast as a Category 1 storm. And "The Social Reckoning" dramatizes issues inside Facebook. Brad Lander, Christina Greer, David Parkinson, Blake Gendebien, and Roger McNamee all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump uses fear to rile up base as midterm panic sets in
October 8, 2026; 11pm: Trump continues to pedal the lie that Iran can "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego. Plus, a former Republican stands a shot at being the first Democrat elected governor of Florida in more than 30 years. And new reporting that Walmart is developing technology to personalize prices. Jelani Cobb, Peter Beinart, David Jolly, Manny Rutinel, and Lindsay Owens all join the 11th Ho
New reports shed light on ICE overreach
October 7, 2026; 11pm: Documents reveal that ICE amassed millions of voter records in their sweeping hunt for fraud. Plus, Trump said he went to Texas tonight to help the wildly unpopular Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton, who does not appear to want the help. And the USS Lincoln is returning to port after its lengthy deployment. Skye Perryman, Cisco Aguilar, and Abby Livingston all join the
Democrats see path to flipping the Senate
October 6, 2026; 11pm: The Maine race for Senate is now rated as a toss-up. Plus, we hear from voters in Michigan’s 10th congressional district. And Paramount closes deal with Warner Bros. in historic media merger. Larry Sabato, Elise Jordan, Robert Reich, and Sean Morales-Doyle all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Democrats gain momentum ahead of midterm elections
October 5, 2026; 11pm: Trump rallies for Sen. Pete Ricketts in Nebraska as congressional race ratings moving in Democrats' favor. And the Supreme Court begins a new term. Dan Osborn, Melissa Murray, and Tim Snyder all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Floundering Trump goes on red-state campaign tour
October 2, 2026; 11pm: New signs Republicans are in trouble as Trump holds a rally in deep-red Alabama. Plus, a new filing in Trump's media ban. And the September jobs numbers are below expectations. Abby Livingston, Stuart Stevens, Justin Wolfers, and Sam Forstag all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Republicans' Trump Problem
President Trump is increasingly becoming a major problem for Republicans on the campaign trail. And tonight's Race on our Radar takes us to Virginia's 1st district, where a Democrat is seeking to unseat a 10-term Republican. And the ramifications of Tennessee's latest botched execution attempt. Plus, Trump's DOJ is now reviewing whether Richard Nixon was mistreated during the Watergate scandal. Jo
Jack Smith Hearing Devolves Into Spectacle
The GOP's Jack Smith hearing devolves into the most embarrassing thing to come out of Congress is a long time. Plus tonight's Race on our Radar focuses on Pennsylvania's 8th district. And the real and imaginary dangers behind the AI tech boom. Rep. Joe Neguse, Paige Cognetti, Roger McNamee all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Republicans fear Trump could cost them the midterms
New evidence that the Republicans are on the defense as they approach the midterm election. Plus, news outlets file a new motion in media ban case. And the FBI deputy director steps down amid bureau turmoil. Roy Cooper, Fallon Gallagher, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, William Lawrence, and Dr. Vin Gupta all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Democrats gain ground on Republicans in Texas races
September 25, 2026; 11pm: Polls show Senate and governor races tightening in Texas. Plus, the lieutenant governor is a powerful office in the state. And Democrats aim to elect their first Texas in decades. Evan Smith, Vikki Goodwin, Johnny Garcia, and Gina Hinojosa appear on The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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MS NOW, CNN journalists denied entry to White House event
September 24, 2026; 11pm: White House defies federal judge ruling and denied MSNOW and CNN access to Trump's state dinner honoring President Xi Jinping. Plus, the Navy disclosed 8 suicide attempts tied to the USS Lincoln. Laura Barron Lopez, Floyd Abrams, Priya Sridhar, Pia Dandiya, and Emily St. John Mandel all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump threatens to "annihilate" Iran in UN speech
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly amid the White House press ban. The Iran war exposes the fragility of oil choke points. Tim Snyder, Bobby Ghosh, Sarah Trone Garriott, David Noriega all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump's White House media ban tests freedom of speech
MS NOW, CNN, and Politico sue Trump on First Amendment grounds. Plus, an appeals court revives a GOP-backed Missouri voting map. And gasoline prices soar to $4.48 a gallon amid the Iran war. Errin Haines, Zack Beauchamp, Jay Inslee, Hisham Awartani, and Elizabeth Price all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump seeks to "ban" three news outlets from White House
Trump singles out MS NOW, CNN and Politico for White House ban. Plus, how the administration's policies on war and trade are pushing food prices higher. Jason Stanley, Jim Acosta, David Folkenflik, and Jon Tester all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Early voting begins amid Republican panic
Republicans panic as early voting begins amid voter outrage at rising costs. Plus, President Trump throws a tantrum over his desire to imprint his name on the Kennedy Center. The AI data center battles comes Trump country in West Virginia. The race on our radar is Florida's 27th congressional district. And remembering the victims of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing, 63 years ago this week.&n
Trump slams the Fed for raising interest rates
The Federal Reserve raises rates for the first time in three years and signals more to come. A far-right coalition embraces end of times politics. Democrat Annie Andrews discusses her Senate race in South Carolina. Plus, new reporting from MS NOW on Iranian strikes on taking a toll U.S. bases and the stress that's causing for servicemembers and their families. Former Council of Economic Advi
Trump policies on war and trade fuel economic woes
Trump sees his worst polling yet, we discuss what it mean means for his party's chances in the midterms. Plus, Trump's trade war pushes Canada closer to Europe. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Ben Rhodes, and Dr. Leah Torres all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Supreme court rejects Trump's mail-in ballot restrictions
The Supreme Court's order comes just one day after a Trump-appointed district judge issued a second preliminary injunction blocking the Postal Service's new mail voting rule to take effect. Plus, top AI CEOs call for a slowdown amid safety concerns. And the key races to watch 50 days out from the midterms, starting with Alaska. Nick Brown, Eliza Sweren-Becker, Angelo Carusone, Roger McNamee
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New 9/11 documents renew focus on survivors' health
As America marks 25 years since the 9/11 attacks, new documents renew focus on the persistent health issues suffered by survivors and first responders in New York. Plus, national security experts warn the Department of Homeland Security, created in response to the attacks, is diverting resources into President Trump's immigrations crackdown. Ken Dilanian, Karen Greenberg, David Rohde, and Pa
Republicans kick off "midterm convention" in Dallas
Trump speaks for nearly two hours at RNC gathering in Dallas, promises $5,000 to Americans if Republicans hold onto Congress in November. Meanwhile, Trump predicts Iran war will end "after the election." Vaughn Hillyard, Jim Acosta, Stuart Stevens, Bobby Pulido, and Bobby Ghosh all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Republicans wrap up "midterm convention" in Dallas
Trump tells the crowd in Dallas: "If you don't vote, you go to hell." Plus, Democratic Senate candidate Roy Cooper joins to discuss his North Carolina race. John Fugelsang, Charlie Dent, Aaron David Miller, and Roy Cooper all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Democratic Senate primary
Pappas will face Republican John E. Sununu in November in a race that could decide which party controls the Senate. Plus, how the Trump administration pushed to end legal services for migrant children. And retaliatory Canadian tariffs on U.S. goods are now in effect. Abby Livingston, Hunter Walker, Max Rose, David Noriega, and Brad Lander all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump files appeal to allow mail-in ballot restrictions
The Trump administration filed an emergency appeal Sunday asking the Supreme Court to lift the block on the Postal Service's new rule restricting mail-in ballots. Plus, bond market turmoil signals economic unease for consumers. And new reporting on a Trump administration draft plan to pay at-home parents for child care, at the expense working parents. Rep. Joe Neguse, Caleb Silver, Abby Livi
Trump appeals new mail voting rule to the Supreme Court again
Trump's latest attack on mail-in voting as the first ballots of general election go out tomorrow. Plus, the Trump administration refuses to call the Iran conflict a "war." And a look at the legacy of Gloria Steinem and the work still to be done. Steve Hobbs, Jason Stanley, David Rohde, and Bobby Ghosh all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump inserts himself into GOP campaign for the midterms
President Trump hosts a dinner for GOP lawmakers facing tough races. Plus a one-on-one interview with Democratic candidate for Senate in Michigan Adbul El-Sayed. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Abdul El-Sayed, and Noga Tarnopolsky all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Primary night in Massachusetts
80-year-old Ed Markey wins the Democratic Senate primary in Massachusetts and Richard Neal survives his primary challenge in the state's First Congressional District. Plus, U.S. and Iran exchange new strikes as the risk of war widens. Abby Livingston, Amanda Litman, Priya and Sridhar all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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U.S. and Iran renew hostilities after one month pause
New reports of discord from top military leadership as President Trump's war of choice against Iran grinds on. Plus, what's behind Trump's chilling new attempt to weaponize the Federal Communications Commission. Vaughn Hillyard, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Joe Walsh, and Jim Acosta all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Americans descend on Washington for voting rights rally
63 years after the original March on Washington, Americans return to "Defend the Vote" against Donald Trump's repeated attempts to undermine our elections. Plus, the president claims he can rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," while he continues to dismiss voters' affordability concerns. Christina Greer, John Fugelsang, Hunter Walker, and Neville Lazarus all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump insists "Mission Accomplished" as Iran war drags on
We take stock of Trump's war of choice with Iran, six months in. Plus, new polling reveals a game-changing shift in Texas for Democrats ahead of midterms. And a brand-new ruling temporarily block on President Trump's moves against mail-in voting. Bobby Ghosh, Barbara Starr, Gina Hinojosa, and David Becker all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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States sue over Trump's new mail-in ballot rule
24 states sue to block a new Postal Service rule restricting mail-in ballots. Plus, groups report a spike in U.S. troops seeking to leave the military as conscientious objectors. And, Pennsylvania sees its first confirmed deaths from measles in 35 years. Jena Griswold, Priya Sridhar, Paola Ramos, and Josh Einiger all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Darline Graham wins GOP primary runoff in South Carolina
Election night in South Carolina, Oklahoma, and Georgia. Plus, remembering country music icon Dolly Parton. And a new lawsuit against Trump's mail-in voting executive order. Annie Andrews, Brian Mansfield, Alex Tabet, Rep. Chellie Pingree, and Dion Nissenbaum all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Supreme Court grants Trump temporary win in fight over mail-in ballots
President Trump just won a partial victory in his bid to turn the U.S. Postal Service into a political weapon against voters. Plus, the data center backlash is coming for Republicans. Joyce Vance, Nnamdi Egwuonwu, Adrian Fontes, Justin Wolfers, and Pat Garofalo all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump hits the campaign trail for Republican candidates
Campaigning for Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina Trump says, "We're the smart country now, not the dumb country," as advisers worry his approval will fall below 30%. Plus Paul Tremblay joins the Velshi Banned Book Club. Abby Livingston, Hunter Walker, Nevada Secy. of State Cisco Aguilar, and Paul Tremblay all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trump's willingness to ignore the law
As President Trump continues ballroom construction, he challenges institutions meant to keep everyone in check. Plus, Congressional Democrats add 5 candidates from "Red to Blue" list for the midterms. Corey Brettschneider, Lt Col Leela Gray, Zach Dembo, Harry Sisson, and Nikki McCann Ramirez all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Trust breaks down between Trump and election officials
A new Senate rating changes the math for November. Plus, President Trump is leading Republicans into a political trap on a sleeper issue that could change the course of the midterms. Adrian Fontes, Nathaniel Herz, David Jolly, and Josh Einiger all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Florida and Alaska primary results reframe what's possible in November
Primary results from Florida included a surprise win for the progressive state legislator Angie Nixon in the Democratic primary for Senate, as well as wins for David Jolly and Byron Donalds in the Democratic and Republican primaries for governor, respectively. Plus, a preview of Alaska's primary elections, where Democrats hope former Rep Mary Peltola can flip a Senate seat blue. Maya Wiley, former
Sinking morale aboard the USS Lincoln
A 19-year-old sailor aboard the USS Lincoln jumped overboard amid poor conditions and sinking morale during the ship's extended deployment due to the war with Iran. Plus, the latest on ICE's aggressive tactics and President Trump's attempted takeover of the Kennedy Center. Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.), Paola Ramos, Harry Sisson, and Aaron Parnas join guest host Catherine Rampell on the 11th Hour wi
Democratic primary voters signal desire for change
David Crowley wins Wisconsin Democratic governor’s primary after a late push. Plus, election deniers succeed in GOP primaries in Wisconsin, Arizona, and Georgia. And ICE's expanding its reach by deputizing state and local law enforcement as immigration agents. Amanda Litman, Ruth Conniff, Rep Joaquin Castro, Julie Roginsky, Tim O'Brien all join Catherine Rampell on the 11th Hour.
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Six states vote in high-stakes primaries
A Democratic Socialist tries to win the Governor nomination in Wisconsin. Plus, Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman advance to GOP runoff for the late Lindsey Graham’s South Carolina U.S. Senate seat. And Progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan wins the Minnesota Democratic Senate primary. Abby Livingston, Basil Smikle, Eugene Daniels, and Will McDuffie all join the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi.
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Democrats facing off in Minnesota's primary for open Senate seat
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
Trump under fire as labor market sheds jobs
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.
Trump readying to tip the scales of the midterms
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
Primary races chart a course for the midterms
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.
The Race to Control the Senate
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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Trump appeals order rejecting his controversial settlement with the IRS
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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Senate Republicans delay Todd Blanche confirmation
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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Trump's approval hits new lows as the GOP prepares for the midterms
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, Fm
Jay Clayton confirmed as DNI
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 real midterms strategy isn't about winning votes
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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Trump rants at rivals at rescheduled correspondent's dinner
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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U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal raises proliferation concerns
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 GOP refers Jack Smith to DOJ for criminal charges
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.
Election denier wins Arizona GOP primary for governor
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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Trump escalates war with Iran after U.S. troops killed
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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Trump's election meddling kicks into gear as the midterms loom
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
Trump revives the big lie in "nothingburger" primetime speech
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Trump plans primetime address on election security claims
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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Todd Blanche faces confirmation hearing in the Senate
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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Lindsey Graham's death shakes Senate ahead of midterms
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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FBI Director Kash Patel called to the White House
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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Trump fires all Election Assistance Commission members
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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Trump meets with NATO leaders as Iran ceasefire teeters
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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Maine Democrats jockey to replace Graham Platner for Senate
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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Michigan secretary of state slams Trump’s latest election attacks
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 Towns
Trump escalates assault on voting rights as midterms near
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 accused of profiting as president
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 GOP turns to Congress after the Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
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 Wein
Supreme Court hands Trump a mixed bag of rulings
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 Democr
Trump escalates attacks as midterms near
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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Trump blows up housing bill to push for voting bill
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 escalates his 'attack on our civic institutions and our voting'
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 Th
Zohran Mamdani’s influence spreads to Congress
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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'A new direction’: Why Zohran Mamdani backs candidates challenging Democratic incumbents
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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Trump's assault on the rule of law and civil rights
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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Trump's unraveling 'deal' with Iran
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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Trump signs MOU that achieves none of his goals in Iran
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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‘A piece of paper they can’t even show us’: Trump says US-Iran deal is signed, but details are scant
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
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