
The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle
MSNBC
An early look at the stories that will drive tomorrow's conversation.
Episodes
House passes Trump’s massive tax bill, sending it to Trump’s desk to be signed
7/4/2025
House passes Trump’s massive tax bill and both parties are pushing to shape public opinion. Then, the jobs report shows that U.S. job growth exceeded expectations this month. Plus, presidential historian Jon Meacham weighs in on where the country is heading on its 249th birthday. Peter Baker, Sam Stein, Basil Smikle, Ron Insana, Max Chafkin, Jon Meacham, and Emma Goldberg join The 11th Hour this Thursday.
Duration:00:42:00
Republicans push to pass Trump spending bill in House after Senate passage
7/3/2025
Republicans pressure GOP holdouts to back Trump's spending bill in House vote tonight. Then, Paramount agrees to pay $16 million to settle Trump’s lawsuit over ‘60 Minutes’ Kamala Harris interview. Melanie Zanona, Jon Allen, Michael Steele, and Brendan Greeley join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.
Duration:00:42:58
Senate Republicans narrowly pass Trump spending bill despite concerns it would put U.S. on “more perilous” fiscal path
7/2/2025
JD Vance casts tie-breaking vote as Senate narrowly passes Trump’s massive spending bill. Then, from healthcare cuts to potentially higher interest rates: what Trump’s spending bill could mean for you. Plus, the jury continues deliberating after reaching partial verdict on four out of five counts in Sean Combs trial. Jeff Mason, Amna Nawaz, Dave Weigel, Natasha Sarin, David Gura, Matthew Dowd, and Charles Coleman Jr. join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
Duration:00:42:21
$3.3 trillion deficit buster: White House pushes for passage of Trump’s spending bill, as its price tag causes sticker shock
7/1/2025
Changes to Trump’s massive spending bill in the Senate raise red flags in the House as Republicans rush to meet July 4th deadline. Then, CBO analysis finds that Trump’s spending bill will increase U.S. deficits by $3.3 trillion and cut healthcare for millions. Plus, Senate Republican Thom Tillis announces he won’t be seeking re-election, shortly after Trump’s attacks. Melanie Zanona, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Susan Glasser, David Drucker, Justin Wolfers, Brooke Masters, Scott Bok and Reed Galen join The 11th Hour this Monday.
Duration:00:42:50
The Nightcap: 'A Travesty for the Rule of Law' – Trump sees major victory in Supreme Court ruling today
6/27/2025
This Nightcap roundtable discusses Trump’s major victory as Supreme Court decides to limit the ability of judges to block his order restricting birthright citizenship nationwide. Then, both chambers of Congress receive classified briefings on the U.S. strikes on Iran. Plus, Trump ends trade talks with Canada, saying a new tariff will be announced next week. Joyce Vance, Heidi Heitikamp, Jon Ralston and Art Cullen join The 11th Hour this Friday.
Duration:00:41:41
Debate over effects of Trump’s strikes on Iran continue
6/27/2025
Senators get first classified briefing on Trump’s strikes, as Pete Hegseth attacks the media for reporting on the intelligence community's cautious early assessments. Then, Trump’s spending bill sees major setback in the Senate today. Plus, why Wall Street is freaking out -- not over trade wars and conflict with Iran, but Zohran Mamdani, the democratic-socialist who could be the next mayor of NYC. Jon Allen, Peter Baker, Mychael Schnell, Ron Insana, Bill Cohan and Mark Joseph Stern join The 11th Hour this Thursday.
Duration:00:42:37
‘Obliterated’: Trump doubles down on claim about impact of "bunker buster' bombs on Iran’s nuclear sites
6/26/2025
Trump slams initial Defense Dept. intelligence saying U.S. strikes did little to set back Iran’s nuclear program and announces a meeting with Iranian officials next week. Then, a top DOJ official and Trump ally testifies in Congress following a whistleblower's accusation that he suggested ignoring court orders in favor of carrying out the administration's deportation campaign. Plus, watchdog organization Media Matters sues the FTC, claiming its waging a “campaign of retribution” against the group on behalf of the Trump and Elon Musk. Nayyera Haq, David Gura, Stuart Stevens and David Litt join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.
Duration:00:42:49
‘Flat-out wrong’: White House pushes back against intel assessment that Iran’s nuclear program damaged, not destroyed in bombing
6/25/2025
Israel-Iran ceasefire holds into second day, but early U.S. intelligence finds air strikes did little to set back Iran’s nuclear program. Then, a whistleblower says a top Department of Justice official suggested ignoring court orders in order to follow Trump’s deportation campaign. Plus, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testifies in Congress, defending higher interest rates. Jeff Mason, Carol Leonnig, Lieutenant General Mark Hertling, David Jolly, Barry Ritholtz, Brendan Greeley and Yaakov Katz join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
Duration:00:42:58
‘Unlimited’ and ‘forever’: Trump says Iran and Israel have agreed to ceasefire
6/24/2025
President Trump claims Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, just hours after Iran retaliates with strikes on a key U.S. air base in Qatar. Then, what continued hostilities would mean for the oil market. And Trump floats the idea of regime change in Tehran. Susan Glasser, Dave Weigel, General Barry McCaffrey, Justin Wolfers, Bharat Ramamurti, Caroline Modarressy-Tehrani and Heather Cox Richardson join The 11th Hour this Monday.
Duration:00:41:52
The Nightcap: 'The U.S. is complicit.' Iran casts blame for Israeli attacks on Trump, U.S.
6/21/2025
This Nightcap roundtable discusses the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran as Trump continues to weigh U.S. involvement. Then, a federal judge orders the Trump administration to release pro-Palestinian advocate Mahmoud Khalil. Plus, suspects were arrested today for making threats against U.S. elected officials. And, see who made this week’s MVP list. Ron Insana, Eddie Glaude, Tim Miller and David Rohde join The 11th Hour this Friday.
Duration:00:42:35
Two-week notice: Trump sets new deadline to press pause on crucial Iran decision
6/20/2025
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.
Duration:00:42:49
‘Nobody knows what I’m going to do’: Rising concerns over potential U.S. involvement in Israel-Iran conflict
6/19/2025
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.
Duration:00:42:48
Whiplash at the White House: Whether it's Iran or ICE raids, Trump just can't make up his mind
6/18/2025
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.
Duration:00:42:01
Suspect in shooting of Minnesota lawmakers is taken into custody
6/17/2025
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.
Duration:00:41:46
The Nightcap: Trump prepares for military parade as thousands plan to protest
6/14/2025
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.
Duration:00:42:19
Israel Launches What It Calls “Preemptive Strikes” on Iran
6/13/2025
Israel launches what it calls “preemptive strikes” on Iran. Then, Israeli Defense Minister declares nationwide state of emergency, warning that an Iranian attack may be imminent. Plus, California Senator Alex Padilla is forcibly removed from government press conference in LA. Courtney Kube, Hagar Chemali, Peter Baker, General Barry McCaffrey, Joyce Vance, Carol Leonnig, Jeremy Bash and Susan Glasser join The 11th Hour this Thursday.
Duration:00:42:03
'Slows everything down': Trump hurts his own economy again with ICE raids
6/12/2025
A curfew is in effect for a second night in downtown LA as protests continue to spread across the country. Then, the Trump administration’s handshake agreement with China appears to be a very thin “truce.” Plus, Trump’s net worth has grown significantly since re-election. Morgan Chesky, Dan Nathan, Jon Allen, Basil Smikle and Max Abelson join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.
Duration:00:43:24
'Made for TV conflict': Trump and Newsom spar over LA immigration raids
6/11/2025
SUMMARY: Downtown Los Angeles is under curfew as protests over the administration's ICE raids continue into a fifth day. Then, Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-NJ) is indicted on federal charges following confrontation with law enforcement at New Jersey ICE facility. Plus, the U.S. and China agree to work toward easing trade tensions. Jeff Mason, Dave Weigel, Angelo Carusone, Justin Wolfers, Bill Cohan, Matthew Dowd and Dr. Vin Gupta join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.
Duration:00:42:52
California Governor says National Guard being 'used as pawns'
6/10/2025
The Trump administration mobilizes hundreds of marines in response to protests in Los Angeles over immigration raids. Then, detention facilities are stretched to maximum capacity as ICE raids continue. Plus, trade negotiations between the U.S. and China are underway. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, David Drucker, Ankush Khardori, David Gura, Brooke Masters, Shannon Heffernan and Jon Meacham join The 11th Hour this Monday.
Duration:00:42:59
The Nightcap: Elon Musk and President Trump Continue to Clash
6/7/2025
The Nightcap discusses Elon Musk and President Trump’s continuing feud that shows no signs of slowing down. Then, the Supreme Court rules in favor of DOGE gaining access to sensitive Social Security records. Plus, Kilmar Abrego Garcia returns to the U.S. to face criminal charges after being mistakenly deported to El Salvador by the Trump administration. And see who made this week’s MVP list. Michael Steele, Stephen Cloobeck, Nayyera Haq, Brian Barrett and Mark Joseph Stern all join The 11th Hour.
Duration:00:42:17