Money, Power, Politics with Stephanie Ruhle

Episodes

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  David Crowley wins Democratic race for Wisconsin Governor 12.08.2026 42m

  August 12th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour with breaking news. David Crowley speaks for the first time since winning Wisconsin's Democratic primary election for Governor. Plus, the special grand jury U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro is reportedly convening. What this might mean for the President's efforts to prosecute his perceived political enemies. Mychael Schnell, Eddie Glaude, Philip Bump, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Josh Einiger and Ken Dilanian join the Group Chat.
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  Establishment Democrats hold on in Wisconsin 12.08.2026 39m

  August 12th, 9am: Moderate candidate David Crowley defeated progressive Francesca Hong in the Democratic primary election for Wisconsin's Governor. But, Hong was leading in the polls, so what happened? Plus, the new details we're learning about President Trump's secret plane swap after the NATO summit. And, the latest inflation report shows prices are still high for consumers, and wages aren't keeping up. Will McDuffie, Laura Barron Lopez, Luke Broadwater, Larry Sabato, Marc Polymeropoulos, Gillian Tett, Rick Newman and G. Elliott Morris join Money Power Politics this Wednesday morning.
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  High stakes primary day for Republicans, Democrats and Trump 11.08.2026 40m

  Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The spotlight is on South Carolina tonight where voters are choosing from a crowded field of Republicans to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham. Despite President Trump backing Graham's sister, Darlene, the race is expected to go to a runoff election. Plus, experts are sounding the alarm about the security of America's water supply after Iran is suspected to have targeted systems in more than a dozen states. And, Flock security cameras scan twenty billion license plates each month, we discuss how the crime-fighting tool appears to be taking a malicious turn. Ron Insana, Molly Jong-Fast, Hugo Lowell, Mychael Schnell,  and Drew Harwell join The Group Chat.
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  All eyes on Wisconsin and Minnesota today 11.08.2026 42m

  It's primary day in six different states with Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig vying to replace Democratic Senator Tina Smith in Minnesota. Plus, bombshell new reporting from the Washington Post reveals the extraordinary lengths the President went to last month to switch planes amid concerns about an Iranian assassination threat. And, President Trump signs an executive order calling for fewer childhood vaccinations. Will McDuffie, Sam Stein, Susan Glasser, Claire McCaskill, David Rohde, Dr. Irwin Redlener, Bill Cohan, and Dan Nathan join Money Power Politics this Tuesday morning.
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  Six states hold primaries tomorrow 10.08.2026 41m

  Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. In the wake of a brutal primary, Abdul El-Sayed is starting the tough process of uniting Democratic factions, while Trump's sway with his party is tested in  the South Carolina Senate race. Plus, another setback in the Iran war as Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until the U.S. meets all the conditions of memorandum signed in June. And, Todd Blanche is set to be sworn in as the 88th U.S. Attorney General this afternoon. Nikki McCann Ramirez, Hayes Brown, Abby Livingston, Joel Payne, and Alex Ward join The Group Chat.
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  Wisconsin voters head to the polls tomorrow for the gubernatorial primary 10.08.2026 40m

  Voters in Wisconsin head to the polls for the gubernatorial primary where front runner Francesca Hong faces County Executive David Crowley. Plus, we dig into Trump's new strategy with Iran after he tells Axios he's now "low-keying" it.  And, a look at the state of the economy as prices remain high and the July jobs report shows a weakening labor market. Vaughn Hillyard, Will McDuffie, Shelby Talcott, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Neil Irwin, Justin Wolfers, and Kevin Frey join Money Power Politics this Monday morning.
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  Breaking news: Sen. Bill Cassidy announces his decision on the Blanche nomination 07.08.2026 47m

  August 7th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Republican Senator Bill Cassidy makes an announcement on how he will vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General. Plus, where a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz now stands. And, new reporting on how Space X CEO Elon Musk could be losing his impact on the stock market. David Rohde, Ron Insana, Max Chafkin, and Mary Harris join the Group Chat this morning.
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  Congress pushes the White House for more transparency on the war. 07.08.2026 42m

  August 7th, 2026, 9am: Trump takes matters into his own hands with new executive orders while his agenda faces big hurdles in Congress. What the President is telling Punchbowl News about The Save Act and his relationship with Republican lawmakers. Then, what we know about the outlines of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Congress pushes the White House for more transparency on the war. Plus, we just got the July jobs report. What it says about the state of the economy as high prices remain a top issue for voters. Cat Zakrzewski, Jake Sherman, Mark Leibovich, Inzamam Rashid, Catherine Rampell, Seth Harris and Josh Einiger join Money Power Politics this morning.
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  Is the DSA following the Trump model? 06.08.2026 40m

  August 6th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. In the wake of Senate primary results this week, we are asking the question, is the DSA similar to Trump's political model? Plus, what we know about the potential "deal" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. And, the President tried to sell his economic message in Nevada last night. Are his own voters buying it? Jonathan Lemire, Jason Johnson, Gillian Tett, and Peter Alexander join the Group Chat today.
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  The Senate votes to hold Dr. Fauci in contempt. 06.08.2026 33m

  August 6th, 2026, 9am: Midterm battles taking shape after this week's key primaries in Michigan. How affordability has become a defining issue as President Trump tries to spin the cost of living while he travels across the country. Plus, it's the end of Temporary Protected Status for nearly 350,000 Haitian immigrants and refugees. What will this mean for the healthcare industry that's reliant on their contributions to the labor force? And, breaking news on Capitol Hill, where a Senate Committee votes to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt. Peter Baker, Dave Weigel, Kevin Frey, Betsey Stevenson, John Harwood, Amy Adaniel, and Kyle Simon join Money Power Politics this morning.
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  The results are in. Now what? 05.08.2026 54m

  August 5th, 2026, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Michigan primary results and what they signal for November 3. Plus, Todd Blanche's confirmation comes down to Murkowski and Cassidy after Collins says no. And, Capital One asks a court to throw out the Trump trust's lawsuit over closed accounts. Mosheh Oinounou, Philip Bump, David Gura, Rev. Al Sharpton, and Hans Nichols join the Group Chat today.
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  92 Days from the midterms: what you need to know 05.08.2026 41m

  August 5th, 2026, 9am: All eyes are on Michigan's key Democratic Senate primary. The latest results on the race between Congresswoman Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. What it all means for Democrats heading into the midterms. Then, President Trump says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is close as attacks on shipping in the region continue. Plus, the Methodist pastor making waves in the race for Senate in Kansas. We'll talk to the winner of last night's Democratic primary about his plan for November. Nnamdi Egwuonwu, Jon Ralston, Eugene Daniels, Will Sommer, Alex Ward, General Barry McCaffrey, Justin Wolfers, Scott Lincicome, and Adam Hamilton join Money Power Politics this morning.
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  It's Primary Election Day across the U.S. 05.08.2026 50m

  August 4th, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Special coverage of the Senate Judiciary Committee's vote to confirm Todd Blanche as Attorney General continues. Plus, voters are casting ballots in Primary races across Virginia, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, and Washington today. Will Michigan's Democratic Senate Primary race go to the establishment Congressman Haley Stevens or progressive doctor Abdul El-Sayeed? Basil Smikle, Stuart Stevens, Lis Smith, Mychael Schnell join the Group Chat today.
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  Special Coverage: Todd Blanche's Confirmation Hearing 05.08.2026 51m

  August 4, 2026; 9am: The Midterms are just 91 days away and it's Primary election day in five states today. Our eye is on Michigan where the race for Senate is posing a big test for a divided Democratic Party. Plus, the Senate Judiciary committee is just about to meet to vote the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. MSNOW's special coverage of the hearing takes us right into the Senate. Barbara McQuade, Mychael Schnell, Sam Stein, and David Rohde join Money Power Politics this morning.
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  Trump's Broken Record: Supposed Negotiations with Iran 03.08.2026 41m

  August 3rd, 2026; 10am: We are three months away from Election Day for the midterms. Plus, Trump claims talks with Iran could begin today, even though Tehran says it has no interest. And, the  DOJ drops the case that alleged vandalism damaged the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Evan McMorris-Santoro, Shawna Thomas, Steve Liesman, Chris Jansing, and David Rohde join the Group Chat today.
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  Will Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund survive Todd Blanche? 03.08.2026 40m

  August 3rd, 2026; 9am: Todd Blanche gives into demands from two GOP senators and issues a written order killing President Trump's so-called "anti-weaponization" fund. Then, looking ahead to a big primary day in five states tomorrow. The key races we're keeping an eye on, and what they mean for Democrats. Plus, Truth Social's paid service giving investors faster access to Trump's posts goes live. Why one Senator and a whole lot of other people are calling it "insider trading." Susan Glasser, Jeff Mason, Ali Vitali, Jeff Mason, Matt Peterson, Ron Insana, and Mark Joseph Stern join Money Power Politics this morning.
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  Will voters prioritize ideology or affordability? 31.07.2026 40m

  July 31, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The Democratic Socialists of America are kicking off their national conference in Chicago today. Plus, Elon Musk plans to spend at least $100 million to help GOP candidates in the midterms. And, the fragile framework for a peace deal between Israel and Hamas and why it's not clear if either side is on really board. John Harwood, Nayyera Haq, Joel Payne, and Eugene Daniels join the Group Chat this morning.
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  Trump Faces Big Challenges to His Agenda 31.07.2026 41m

  July 31, 2026; 9am: The President's agenda runs into roadblocks amid a stalled nomination, tensions with Senate Republicans and a war he can't seem to end. Plus, how changes to the affordable care act are driving up the number of Americans with no health insurance. And, Democratic Socialists gain momentum - how the movement could impact the midterm elections. Damian Paletta, Kevin Frey, Vaughn Hillyard, Alex Tabet, Neil Irwin, Brendan Greeley, and Jonathan Cohn join Money Power Politics this morning.
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  Are lawmakers taking AI regulation seriously enough? 30.07.2026 40m

  July 30th, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. There is a new major escalation in the Middle East as the US retaliates, launching a heavy wave of airstrikes against Iran. Plus, can Open AI's CEO tamp down fears in Washington after its technology went rogue and hacked another company? And, will the largest sports tournament on the planet soon have new outside investors? Katie Drummond, Ron Insana, Ayman Mohyeldin, and Pablo Torre join the Group Chat today.
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  Trump hits more roadblocks when it comes to getting what he wants 30.07.2026 42m

  July 30th, 2026; 9am: Todd Blanche's nomination hangs in the balance after two key senators say they're not ready to support him. Plus, the U.S. launches major strikes on Iran in retaliation for attempted attacks on American forces. And, tech CEOs sit down with White House officials as a cybersecurity breach raises new concerns about AI. Laura Barron Lopez, Carol Leonnig, Peter Baker, Ali Vitali, Rick Newman, Natasha Sarin, Priya Sridhar join Money Power Politics this morning.