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Money, Power, Politics with Stephanie Ruhle

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.

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The AI Tool That Contradicts the President Oct 01, 2026

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October 1st, 10am: The Trump administration's new AI tool rollout, and how it's undercutting some of the president's own political statements. Then, Trump is in Texas touting the economy as the "are you better off now" question turns brutal for Republicans, and Senate Republicans fall short on a last-ditch affordability push. Plus, the Senate passes a college sports bill the NCAA wanted, with critics saying it unfairly limits athletes. Molly Jong-Fast, Dan Nathan, David Gura, Ben Collins and Kate Griggs join The Group Chat this morning.

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Trump in Texas Oct 01, 2026

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October 1st, 9am: The president heads to the Lone Star State to defend his economic record while voters are worried about the cost of living. Then, the FTC opens an investigation into OpenAI and Anthropic over risks to consumers, and Steph talks to OpenAI's Chief Global Affairs Officer. Plus, oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz hits prewar levels, but what does it mean for prices at the pump? Peter Baker, Dave Weigel, Chuck Rocha, Chris Lehane, Scott Lincicome and Peter Goodman join Money Power Politics this morning.

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The Supreme Court clears the way for deportations to third world countries. Sep 30, 2026

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September 30th, 10am: A new Quinnipiac poll puts Trump's approval at 34 percent, as 71 percent of voters say they want candidates who support AI guardrails. Plus, Hegseth is expected to announce a 20 percent cut to the senior officer ranks. And, the Supreme Court clears the way for deportations to third countries. Nikki McCann Ramírez, Philip Bump, Ron Insana and Paul Rieckhoff join The Group Chat today.

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AI leaders sign a self-policing pledge. Sep 30, 2026

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September 30th, 9am: Today, more tough polling for the president, as Trump's campaign travel schedule reveals just how deep a hole Republicans are in, only five weeks out from the midterms. Then, AI leaders sign a self-policing pledge after warnings that AI may pose risks to humanity and once company called for a slowdown in development. Plus, MS NOW's own Rachel Maddow is here on her new documentary "Kill, Bury, Print." Luke Broadwater, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Larry Sabato, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Max Chafkin, Brian Barrett and Rachel Maddow join Money Power Politics this morning.

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Jack Smith Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing Continues Sep 30, 2026

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September 29th, 10am: Special coverage continues from Capitol Hill, where former DOJ special counsel Jack Smith faces the Senate Judiciary Committee for his hearing titled "Oversight of Jack Smith's Abuse of Authority and the Targeting of Republicans and Related Matters."

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Jack Smith Faces the Senate Sep 30, 2026

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September 29th, 9am: With 35 days to go until the midterms, special coverage takes us to Capitol Hill, where former DOJ special counsel Jack Smith faced intense questioning from Republican senators on the Senate Judiciary Committee. The official title of the hearing was: "Oversight of Jack Smith's Abuse of Authority and the Targeting of Republicans and Related Matters." Republicans say Smith's investigations of Donald Trump were politically motivated and that he targeted them by going after their phone records. Ali Vitali, Carol Leonnig and Lisa Rubin join Money Power Politics this morning.

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What We Know About the FBI Security Breach Sep 28, 2026

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September 28th, 10am: Republican lawmakers call for an end to the war, while Trump's new campaign ads paid for by the government raise ethical and legal questions. Then, new MS NOW reporting that the FBI acknowledged a major cybersecurity breach that exposed employee personnel information. Plus, TV networks resume pool coverage even as CNN was blocked from Air Force One over the weekend. Jim Acosta, Jon Tester, Rep. Jake Auchincloss, Stuart Stevens and Ken Dilanian join The Group Chat this morning.

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Five Weeks Out from the Midterms Sep 28, 2026

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September 28th, 9am: With the midterms five weeks out, we're taking a look at Democrats' chances of winning both chambers of Congress as the president's approval rating hits a new low. Then, Trump is set to roll back fuel economy rules for cars as gas prices surge. Plus, what we know about OpenAI's model going rogue and messing with government websites. Susan Glasser, Mark Leibovich, Shawna Thomas, Marc Polymeropoulos, Ron Insana, Sudeep Reddy and Jay Carney join Money Power Politics this morning.

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Breaking: The Press Ban Fight Sep 28, 2026

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September 24th, 10am: A developing hour, with breaking updates on the lawsuit over the White House press ban after MS NOW reporters were again kept off the grounds this morning. Then, Trump welcomes Xi Jinping for a state visit and dinner, and what's at stake for the summit. Plus, an update on Trump's clash with the architect over the ballroom. Molly Jong-Fast, Ayman Mohyeldin, Laura Barrón-López, Peter Alexander, Lisa Rubin, Jennifer Welch and Stuart Stevens join The Group Chat this morning.

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Trump rolls out the red carpet, and much more, for Chinese President Xi Jinping Sep 24, 2026

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September 24th, 9am: Despite a federal judge ordering the Trump administration to immediately restore the press's access, MS NOW reporters were not allowed back on White House grounds this morning. Then, Trump rolls out the red carpet, and much more, for Chinese President Xi Jinping, but as it stands now we won't be able to bring you any pictures, so what's at stake for this summit? Plus, the brewing battle over whether to ban diesel exports, with industry officials pushing back while Republicans say they need prices to drop. Peter Baker, Barbara McQuade, Laura Barrón-López, Felicia Schwartz, Scott Lincicome, Brendan Greeley and Fallon Gallagher join Money Power Politics this morning.

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