
The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle
MSNBC
An early look at the stories that will drive tomorrow's conversation.
Episodes
Trump threatens freezing billions in federal aid as government shutdown enters a third day
10/3/2025
We approach the third day of the government shutdown with no end in sight, as Democrats and Republicans remain at an impasse on federal spending. Trump threatens sweeping layoffs and freezing billions in federal aid. Plus, the potential risk for the economy as the shutdown drags on. Peter Baker, Daniella Diaz, Dave Drucker, Natasha Sarin, Max Chafkin, Jonathan Cohn, and Marc Santia join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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Duration:00:41:44
Trump threatens "imminent" layoffs, with thousands of federal workers already furloughed amid shutdown
10/2/2025
Democrats and Republicans dig into their political corners as the shutdown enters day two. Then, from air traffic controllers and active duty troops, federal workers have been furloughed or are working without pay, and it's threatening to strain U.S. economic growth. Plus, a deeper look into Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, and why some are calling him the "shadow president'. Hagar Chemali, Anthony Fisher, Ron Insana, and Jake Lahut join The 11th Hour Midweek Nightcap this Wednesday night.
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Duration:00:42:32
The government shuts down for the first time since 2019, while both parties dig in
10/1/2025
As a government shutdown begins Democrats and Republicans are stalled over funding. Sen. Rand Paul joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the deadlock. The President threatens to fire thousands of government workers, again. Plus, Trump tells top military officials to use American cities as “training grounds” as he warns of "the war from within." Mychael Schnell, Dave Weigel, Doug Jones, Sen. Rand Paul, Dan Nathan, David Gura, and Gen. Barry McCaffrey join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Duration:00:57:41
Shutdown countdown: 'Congress can't get it's act together'
9/30/2025
The government heads toward a shutdown tomorrow at midnight, as a high-stakes White House meeting between the president and congressional leaders of both parties ends with no progress. Then, the Labor Department warns there may be no jobs report this Friday due to the potential government shutdown. Plus, Trump’s federal takeover continues as he orders the National Guard into both Chicago and Portland. Susan Glasser, Sam Stein, Luke Broadwater, Matt Peterson, Brendan Greeley, and Mark Joseph Stern join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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Duration:00:42:49
Now what? Trump & allies ramp up threats of more prosecutions after Comey
9/29/2025
Trump celebrates the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, calling him a "dirty cop" and suggests that more indictments are on the way. Then, a shutdown looms as Congress struggles to come to a compromise on government funding as a shutdown looms. Plus, Trump announces new tariffs on trucks, furniture, and pharmaceuticals set to go in effect next week. Charles Coleman hosts as Tyler Pager, Barbara McQuade, Anthony Coley, Joel Payne, Ron Insana, Justin Wolfers, and Rick Wilson join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
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Duration:00:42:02
'Personal revenge': Trump's DOJ gets Comey indictment
9/26/2025
Donald Trump's Department of Justice has secured an indictment of former FBI director James Comey, a longtime target of Trump's. Then, the President signs an executive order approving a proposed deal to keep TikTok alive in the U.S. But will this new deal address the security concerns that led to both parties in Congress approving a ban? Carol Leonnig, Joyce Vance, Akayla Gardner, Mychael Schnell, Reed Galen, Rohit Chopra, and Bharat Ramamurti join Symone Sanders Townsend on the 11th Hour.
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Duration:00:42:28
The Nightcap: FBI Director James Comey expected to be indicted tomorrow
9/25/2025
On tonight’s Nightcap: Former FBI Director James Comey is reportedly expected to be indicted just days after Trump's former personal lawyer was sworn in as the interim U.S. attorney in Virginia. Then, Trump’s long-awaited TikTok deal is set to be signed tomorrow, and concerns are shifting from China to the app's potential billionaire investors. Plus, Gavin Newsom warns about the future of the country’s democracy as a Republican Senator suggests he would support a third Trump term. Ken Dilanian, David Litt, Katie Drummond, Evan McMorris-Santoro, and Ron Insana join the Nightcap crew this Wednesday night.
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Duration:00:42:06
'Tilting at windmills': Trump comes to the UN to rant about the U.N.
9/24/2025
Jimmy Kimmel’s show returns to ABC's air after a brief suspension over his comments about Charlie Kirk’s murder — what he had to say. Then, Donald Trump talks poll numbers and border security as he brings a campaign-style speech to the U.N. Plus, what business leaders are really thinking about the state of Trump’s economy. Luke Broadwater, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Gillian Tett, Carlos Curbelo, Oliver Darcy, Angelo Carusone, and Charlie Sykes join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Duration:00:46:59
'Rock and a hard place': Disney reinstates Kimmel after days of intense public pressure
9/23/2025
After days of backlash from customers and celebrities, Disney announced that Jimmy Kimmel's show will return to the airwaves. Plus, the Trump administration warns pregnant women against using a common painkiller, linking it to autism without clear evidence. Then, new worries surrounding the potential investors involved in TikTok, and the influence they may have on the app. David Drucker, Carol Leonnig, Dylan Byers, David Gura, Max Chafkin, Dr. Vin Gupta, and Mitch Landrieu join Stephanie Ruhle on the 11th Hour.
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Duration:00:42:23
Trump, FCC chair praise ABC's removal ot Jimmy Kimmel
9/19/2025
A firestorm grows amidst ABC’s decision to remove Jimmy Kimmel over comments he made after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. ABC has pulled his show off the air indefinitely. Trump and Carr have both celebrated ABC’s action and floated the possibility of further action against other TV stations and shows. Symone Sanders hosts as Jake Lahut, Daniella Diaz, Sam Stein, Joyce Vance, David Yaffe-Bellany, Henrietta Treyz, Justin Wolfers, and Marc Racicot join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
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Duration:00:42:26
Trump goes to the U.K. and protesters take to the streets
9/18/2025
On tonight’s nightcap, the President is in the U.K. for his second state visit and is greeted by massive protests in London. Meanwhile, the former CDC director testifies about her experience with Health Secretary Kennedy before being fired, while the FBI director is grilled by House members about his leadership and the Epstein files. Then, the Federal Reserve delivers its first interest rate cuts in nine months, and officials drop hints about two more cuts this year. Daniel Koh, Jason Johnson, Dave Weigel and Glenn Thrush join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
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Duration:00:42:41
Suspect in Charlie Kirk's Killing is Charged
9/17/2025
Utah prosecutors have filed seven charges against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. 22-year-old Tyler Robinson’s charges include aggravated murder, and prosecutors intend to ask for a death sentence. Then, a Senate committee grilled FBI Director Kash Patel as he attempted to answer questions about the Kirk shooting investigation as well as the Epstein files. Plus, the Federal Reserve Board wraps day one of their two-day meeting on interest rates. Symone Sanders hosts as Mychael Schnell, Jeff Mason, David Drucker, Barbara McQuade, John Harwood, Bharat Ramamurti, and Paige Cognetti join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.
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Duration:00:41:47
Latest on the investigation into the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk
9/16/2025
The latest on the investigation into the assassination of right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk, and what the FBI is saying about DNA found at the crime scene. Then, the Epstein Estate turns over more documents to the House Oversight Committee – including a previously redacted name from his infamous fiftieth birthday book. Plus, the White House says the United States has the “framework” for a TikTok deal with China, however the terms of the deal remain a mystery. Peter Baker, Philip Bump, McKay Coppins, Gillian Tett, Max Chafkin, and Dan Kleban join The 11th Hour this Monday night.
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Duration:00:42:30
What's next for investigators & prosecutors in Charlie Kirk shooting case
9/13/2025
Utah County Attorney prepares to file formal charges against the suspect accused of killing right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk - what to expect. Then, urgent pleas to turn away from the politics of rage as the country grapples with a violent week. Plus, graphic images of Kirk’s assassination circulate online, raising new fears on the influence of social media, particularly on children. Peter Baker, Vaughn Hillyard, Kristy Greenberg, Jim Cavanaugh, Brandy Zadrozny, and Bryan Schott join The 11th Hour this Friday night.
Duration:00:42:15
Utah governor calls for public's help as manhunt for Charlie Kirk shooting suspect continues
9/12/2025
Law enforcement in Utah release new images and video of the suspect in the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Then, new data on inflation and the labor market signal trouble ahead for the economy. Plus, historian Jon Meacham reflects on where we are as a country as we mark 24 years since the September 11th terror attacks.
Duration:00:42:37
Charlie Kirk assassinated at university event, manhunt underway
9/11/2025
Investigators search for the shooter who assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University. Marc Santia, Ken Dilanian, Rob D’Amico, Sara Tewell, Vaughn Hillyard, and Mark McKinnon join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.
Duration:00:42:33
'Unforced error': More Epstein docs coming soon in GOP-led investigation
9/10/2025
The President calls his alleged birthday note to Jeffrey Epstein a “dead issue”, as bipartisan members of the House Oversight Committee head to New York City to review unredacted versions of the documents. Then, a major revision on the U.S. jobs market data raises more concerns about a serious economic slowdown. Plus, Israel strikes Qatar as they target Hamas leaders, drawing widespread criticism, including from the White House.
Duration:00:42:59
'Worse and worse': Epstein story keeps snowballing on Trump administration
9/9/2025
New files subpoenaed from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate have been released, including a racy birthday message Donald Trump allegedly sent Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, which the White House denies. Then, the New York Times reports JP Morgan spent years financially enabling Jeffrey Epstein as they ignored “red flags, suspicious activity, and concerned executives.” Plus, the administration launches new deportation raids in Chicago as the Supreme Court lifts an order limiting ICE immigration stops in L.A.
Duration:00:42:53
'Executing their plan': Will the obstacles to Trump's agenda even matter?
9/6/2025
The Nightcap discusses the fallout after both Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill grill RFK Jr. Then, the August job report reveals that Trump's economic policies aren't doing what he promised. And, an appeals court temporarily lifts a judge's order limiting Trump's National Guard deployment in L.A. Ali Vitali, Paul Rieckhoff, Tommy Barone, and Brendan Greeley join Stephanie Ruhle for The 11th Hour Nightcap.
Duration:00:42:55
RFK Jr. gets into yelling matches with senators about his record
9/5/2025
Health Secretary RFK Jr. defends his vaccine policies and CDC firings as he faces tough questions on Capitol Hill from both sides of the aisle. Then, the DOJ opens a criminal probe into Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Plus, we hear from former Democratic Senator Jon Tester on what rural America is saying about Trump's tariffs. Peter Baker, Dave Weigel, Jake Lahut, Peter Goodman, Ron Insana, Dr. Tom Frieden, Dr. Michael Osterholm, and former Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT) join The 11th Hour this Thursday night.
Duration:00:42:35