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Money, Power, Politics with Stephanie Ruhle

Money, Power, Politics with Stephanie Ruhle

Stephanie Ruhle, MS NOW 1 Episodes Aug 21, 2026

Host Stephanie Ruhle brings her business acumen, hard-hitting interview style and original reporting to mornings, helping you understand what’s happening today and why it matters. Make sense of it all, together.

Episodes

Many are saying "The Resistance" is over. What comes next?
Many are saying "The Resistance" is over. What comes next? Aug 21, 2026 00:41:39 August 21st, 10am: New analysis shifts both the Texas and Iowa Senate races to "toss-up" and multiple reports ask whether the original "Resistance" movement against President Trump is finished. Then, who blinks first on Iran, the U.S. or Tehran? Trump lashes out at allies and grows frustrated with the war. Plus, Dr. Zeke Emanuel on why the top tier of medicine may soon belong to AI-aided physician
New Signs of Life for Senate Democrats
New Signs of Life for Senate Democrats Aug 21, 2026 00:40:57 August 21st, 9am: New signs of potential momentum for Democrats in critical Senate races, with more states now in play as the party pushes to retake the majority. Then, after nine months at sea, the USS Lincoln heads home, and new reporting on why its sailors endured poor living conditions and shortages of critical supplies. Plus, Trump under pressure on Iran, and how his latest pivot signals a ma
Disney Takes on the FCC
Disney Takes on the FCC Aug 20, 2026 00:40:46 August 20th, 10am: Trump's endorsement record takes another hit as more of his picks fall, and old-fashioned organizing delivers wins for the left. Then, the affordability squeeze deepens: diesel in California hits $7 a gallon. Republicans scramble to reverse the damage from the immigration crackdown, with Springfield, Ohio losing 400 jobs in three months. Plus, Disney sues the FCC after the agenc
The President Leans into Crypto
The President Leans into Crypto Aug 20, 2026 00:41:09 August 20th, 9am: Trump threatens to unleash quote "economic D-Day" on Iran. But as the standoff with Tehran continues, we're asking the question, who'll blink first? Then, the president leans into crypto, calling on Congress to pass business-friendly rules for an industry that's brought him a billion-dollar windfall. Plus, the White House taps an administration insider to run the FDA — why the ch
A Progressive Primary in Florida
A Progressive Primary in Florida Aug 19, 2026 00:40:34 August, 19th, 2026, 10am: Florida's primaries put Trump's grip on the GOP to the test, with his endorsed candidate, embattled Cory Mills, going down in defeat. Byron Donalds and David Jolly are set to face off for governor. The Group Chat breaks down what the results mean for November, why rural economic pain is straining the GOP's hold on Iowa, and how the TPS ruling is costing Florida businesses
Immigration and the Economy
Immigration and the Economy Aug 19, 2026 00:42:24 August 19th, 2026, 9am: New clues about the races that will shape the midterms as last night's primaries tee up a pivotal Senate showdown in Alaska, and give progressive Democrats a big win in Florida. Then, warning signs for the economy as Trump's immigration and deportation agenda begin to impact America's businesses and its workforce. Plus, Meta is on trial, accused of getting kids hooked on it
New reporting on Elon Musk’s AI data center in Mississippi and its impact on the local community.
New reporting on Elon Musk’s AI data center in Mississippi and its impact on the local community. Aug 18, 2026 00:40:08 August 18th, 2026, 10am: The rise of Silicon Valley's tech billionaires and their impact on democracy. Plus, the latest example of data centers disrupting communities across the country. Why residents and politicians are now fighting back against Elon Musk's AI operation in Mississippi. And, Democratic Socialists look for upsets in Florida, where many voters fled nations with left-wing dictatorshi
The yield on 30-year treasury bonds hits the highest level since 2007. What does this mean for the average American?
The yield on 30-year treasury bonds hits the highest level since 2007. What does this mean for the average American? Aug 18, 2026 00:42:05 August 18th, 2026, 9am: It's Primary Day and voters go to the polls in four states including Florida, where Trump's hold on Republicans and the appeal of progressive Democrats are both on the line. Then, a whistleblower says White House investigations into antisemitism at Ivy League schools were politically driven and meant to strip the schools' funding. And, the fight to stop Elon Musk's AI data
New Developments in Trump's Immigration Crackdown
New Developments in Trump's Immigration Crackdown Aug 17, 2026 00:40:18 August 17th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. As of today the two month negotiating period on limits to Iran's nuclear program is expired. Plus, what U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche refused to promise in a brand new interview this weekend. Then, the latest developments in President Trump's immigration crackdown, and the administration's controversial "mega hearin
What you need to know: the U.S. government just gave World Liberty Financial the green light to launch a bank.
What you need to know: the U.S. government just gave World Liberty Financial the green light to launch a bank. Aug 17, 2026 00:41:51 August 17th, 2026, 9am: The US and Iran extend a deadline to agree to a broad deal to end the war as the White House threatens to turn up the pressure on Iran's economy. Plus, the Trump family's crypto business gets a green light to launch a bank. And, the Democrats go on defense to safeguard polling places and voting rights ahead of the coming midterm elections. Susan Glasser, Vaughn Hillyard, Da
The massive price tags on no-bid contracts
The massive price tags on no-bid contracts Aug 14, 2026 00:42:07 August 14th, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The Iran War and spending on artificial intelligence continue to drive costs. Plus, a surprise upset in Wisconsin's Gubernatorial race despite what the polls predicted. What will this mean for the momentum of the Democratic Socialist movement? And, the Trump administration's ongoing fixation on no-bid contracts comes with a ma
Trump's priorities while voters grow frustrated with the economy
Trump's priorities while voters grow frustrated with the economy Aug 14, 2026 00:39:33 August 14th, 2026, 9am: Another attempt to put Donald Trump's name on the Kennedy Center. And, heartbreaking text messages from a sailor aboard an aircraft carrier stationed in the Middle East is fueling concerns about conditions on the ship that's been at sea since November. Plus, why the Treasury Department's move to scale back a key regulation is now raising concerns it could lead to more corru

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