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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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How much will Scott Bessent's new plan cost the American people? Aug 25, 2026

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August 24th, 10am: Uncertainty about the country's direction grows deeper, with the U.S. in $40 trillion of debt, mortgage rates at 6.7% and $5 a gallon for diesel. And now, the trade war with Canada is expected to make things worse. Plus, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to announce new sanctions on Iran as Tehran's new security chief threatens to fight them. And, Mark Walter is selling the Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion, as federal prosecutors reportedly look into his investment empire. Nikki McCann Ramírez, David Rohde, Dan Nathan and Sam Koppelman join The Group Chat this morning.

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A Trade War with Canada Aug 24, 2026

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August 24th, 2026, 9am: Prime Minister Mark Carney is fighting Trump's 50 percent tariffs, as Republicans warn this will make the affordability crisis even worse. Then, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to reveal new sanctions on Iran, calling it economic D-Day, but will it make any difference? Plus, we'll take you to Gary, Indiana, where 20,000 people are living without power nearly two weeks after severe storms rolled through the area. Laura Barron-Lopez, Vaughn Hillyard, Susan Glasser, General Barry McCaffrey, Michael McFaul, Brooke Masters, Ron Insana, April Verret, and Nnamdi Egwuonwu join Money Power Politics this Monday morning.

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Many are saying "The Resistance" is over. What comes next? Aug 21, 2026

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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 physicians, and the Indy race coming to the streets of Washington. David Gura, David Rohde, Nikki McCann Ramírez, Chris Jansing and Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel join The Group Chat this morning.

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New Signs of Life for Senate Democrats Aug 21, 2026

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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 major effort to avoid new attacks. Laura Barrón-López, Damian Paletta, Mychael Schnell, David Noriega, Ron Insana, Brendan Greeley and Priya Sridhar join Money Power Politics this morning.

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Disney Takes on the FCC Aug 20, 2026

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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 agency scraps the cap on TV station ownership. Jon Ralston, Eddie Glaude, Peter Goodman, Former Governor John Kasich and Matthew Belloni join Money Power Politics this morning.

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The President Leans into Crypto Aug 20, 2026

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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 choice is raising alarms. Inzamam Rashid, Dave Weigel, Kevin Frey, Jeff Mason, Dr. Richard Besser, Dan Nathan, Rohit Chopra, and Montana's Independent US Senate Candidate, Seth Bodnar join Money Power Politics this morning.

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A Progressive Primary in Florida Aug 19, 2026

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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 their workforce. Plus, RFK Jr. hits the trail in Iowa, Jon Ossoff escalates his feud with the president, and Meta heads to trial over social media addiction claims. Art Cullen, Anthony Fisher, Tim O'Brien, Nilay Patel and Marc Santia join the Group Chat today.

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Immigration and the Economy Aug 19, 2026

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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 its platforms. The stakes are sky-high, with potentially billions in penalties. Kabir Khanna, Luke Broadwater, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Mychael Schnell, Justin Wolfers, Catherine Rampell, and Gautam Mukunda join Money Power Politics this morning.

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New reporting on Elon Musk’s AI data center in Mississippi and its impact on the local community. Aug 18, 2026

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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 dictatorships and fear the same thing could happen here. Matt Bennett, Dan Nathan, Mallory McMorrow, Gil Duran, and Josh Eineger join the Group Chat today.

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The yield on 30-year treasury bonds hits the highest level since 2007. What does this mean for the average American? Aug 18, 2026

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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 center expansion. Peter Baker, Ali Vitali, Shawna Thomas, David Rohde, Ken Dilanian, Scott Lincicome, Greg Ip, Chris Lehane join Money Power Politics this morning.

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