Money, Power, Politics with Stephanie Ruhle

Stephanie Ruhle, MS NOW

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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July 2 · 41 min
Growth in the labor market slows down
July 2, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The U.S. added fewer jobs than expected in June - signaling the labor market's growth is slowing. How will this impact the midterm elections? Could this give momentum to the Democratic socialist movement? Reverend Al Sharpton, Evan McMorris-Santoro, Ron Insana, Donny Deutsch and Ken Dilanian join the Group Chat today.
July 2 · 41 min
Defense companies with big government contracts - who's winning?
July 2nd, 2026; 9am: New reporting reveals the Trump family's very lucrative ties to defense companies with big government contracts. Plus, Democrats' fight to take control of the Senate - the latest on the party's chances to flip key seats in November. And, the FBI is stepping up its investigation into the 2020 election in Georgia. Akayla Gardner, Peter Baker, Dave Weigel, Kimberly Atkins Stohr, Ron Insana, Seth Harris and Ben Collins join Money Power Politics this morning.
July 1 · 40 min
What happened to checks and balances?
July 1st, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The Supreme Court has wrapped up one of its most consequential terms in decades, leaving the President with even more power and putting Congress in what appears to be the back seat. Plus, Trump rakes in $1.4B in cyrpto earnings last year, an industry he once called a "scam." And, Oman's latest proposal for the Strait of Hormuz goes against what the U.S. wants. David Rohde, Max Rose, Molly Jong-Fast and James Sample join t
July 1 · 42 min
Trump's shocking income report
July 1st, 2026; 9am: Donald Trump's reported income soars to over $2B since returning to office, and much of it comes from an industry he now regulates and once called a scam: cryptocurrency. Plus, primary voters reject establishment Democrats and what new polls say about their bid to flip the Senate. And, the Supreme Court moves to expand the President's power while upending checks and balances. Andrew Ross Sorkin, Justin Wolfers, Natasha Sarin, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Dan Merica, Mark Joseph Stern
June 30 · 51 min
Breaking News at the Supreme Court
June 30th, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The Group Chat weighs in on the breaking news from the Supreme Court as justices release their opinions on some of the most consequential issues, from birthright citizenship to campaign finances and transgender athletes. Lisa Rubin, Catherine Christian, Charles Coleman Jr., Eddie Glaude, Andrea Flores, Teddy Schleifer, and Rick Hasen join the Group Chat today.
June 30 · 41 min
Who exactly will be negotiating with Iran?
June 30th, 2026; 9am: The Supreme Court is set to issue its final rulings, including one on the birthright citizenship case. Plus, Trump's top negotiators are in the Middle East for high-stakes talks with Iran, but who exactly will they be talking to? And, a new report is raising flags about the timing of stock purchases made in the President's name. Sam Stein, Damian Paletta, Josh Gerstein, Lt. General Mark Hertling, and Barry Ritholtz join Money Power Politics this morning.
June 29 · 52 min
Another decision day at the Supreme Court
June 29th, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Breaking news takes us to the Supreme Court for today's key rulings. The Group Chat weighs in on the Court's decision on mail-in ballots. Plus: The Court rules Trump can't fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook. What does all this mean for the American people? Lisa Rubin, Harry Litman, Rick Hassen, Ron Insana, and Charles Coleman Jr. join the Group Chat today.
June 29 · 42 min
A look inside Trump's White House
June 29th, 2026; 9am: The Supreme Court gets ready to announce some of the biggest decisions of this term, including the Birthright Citizenship case. Plus, a look inside Trump's White House, from his push to get rid of government officials to who he thinks should follow him in 2028. And, the latest on Iran, Is the cease-fire still in effect? Vaughn Hillyard, Susan Glasser, General Barry McCaffrey, Marianna Sotomayor, Ron Insana, Neil Irwin, Maggie Haberman, Jonathan Swan, and David Rohde join Mo
June 26 · 41 min
How the Supreme Court's immigration decision deals a serious blow to the economy
June 26th, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. The US-Iran peace process is being tested again, as Iran struck a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, causing traffic to halt and oil prices to jump. Plus, why Secretary of State Marco Rubio is busy selling gulf states on the negotiations. And, we hear from a Springfield, Ohio resident on how the Supreme Court's immigration decision will force thousands of her Haitian neighbors out of crucial jobs. Ali Vita
June 26 · 40 min
Trump's problems at home & abroad
June 26th, 2026; 9am: Congress remains in disarray after President Trump scrapped their housing affordability bill and the peace talks took a blow after Iran attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, what to expect from Wall St. titan Leon Black's testimony about Jeffrey Epstein on Capitol Hill today. Luke Broadwater, McKay Coppins, Jake Sherman, Bharat Ramamurti, Natasha Sarin and Bill Cohan join Money Power Politics this morning.
June 25 · 50 min
Decision Day at the Supreme Court
June 25th, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour of the morning. Breaking news out of the Supreme Court, where justices are paving the way for the White House to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians. Lisa Rubin and Andrea Flores weigh in. Meanwhile, on the other side of DC, tensions are growing as President Trump holds a rare bipartisan bill hostage, demanding congress approve his controversial voting restrictions bill. Philip Bump, Joyce Vance, and M
June 25 · 39 min
A devastating earthquake in Venezuela: What we know
June 25th, 2026; 9am: Tensions rise on Capitol Hill after the President scrapped a bipartisan housing affordability bill to push his voter restrictions measure instead. What it means for both parties heading into the midterms. Plus, two powerful earthquakes devastate Venezuela, leaving over 160 dead and nearly 1000 injured. And, it's Supreme Court decision day as we wait for rulings on cases that test Trump's power. Peter Baker, Susan Glasser, Michael Birnbaum, Brooke Masters, Max Chafkin, David
June 24 · 39 min
Has Trump saved himself from another high-profile blunder?
June 24th, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Zohran Mamdani's endorsed candidates beat two incumbents who were backed by the Democratic party establishment. What will it mean for the party and the midterms ahead? Meanwhile, President Trump saved himself from another high-profile blunder in South Carolina after making a last-minute move to endorse both candidates in the runoff for governor. Plus, we hear from Rosa Flores about voters' concerns in Arizona, where seve
June 24 · 40 min
Post Primaries: How AI is influencing the market and our politics
June 24, 2026; 9am: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his allies sweep several congressional primaries in New York, rattling the Democratic establishment. Plus, talks between the U.S. and Iran are set to resume next week as the senate pushes back against the war. And, how AI is influencing the market and our politics after last night's primaries. Kevin Frey, Akayla Gardner, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Alex Ward, David Gura, Brendan Greeley, and Josh Einiger join Money Power Politics this morning.
June 23 · 41 min
"Putting lipstick on a very ugly pig:" how critics view Vance's attempt to sell the American people on the Iran deal
June 23rd, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour as we await several key Supreme Court rulings that test the limits of President Trump's power. Plus, the White House says talks with Iran are producing real results, but Iranian officials deny Vance's claim they've agreed to let IAEA inspectors into their country. Also, today's primary elections in New York are testing Zohran Mamdani's political clout. And, ABC asks the public for help in its fight against the FCC. David
June 23 · 39 min
The Dollar is Back: The US allows Iran to sell oil in dollars for the first time in decades
June 23rd, 2026; 9am: Trump hits the road to spotlight his domestic agenda as the Iran war looms in the background. We've got new reporting on how JD Vance has become the face of negotiations. Plus, firings have been at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, despite Democrats' warnings. And, the US allows Iran to sell oil in dollars for the first time in decades. Jeff Mason, Scott Macfarlane, Sam Stein, Ron Insana, Dan Nathan, Chris Jansing, and Larry Sabato join Money Power Politi
June 22 · 40 min
A K-Shaped World Order: AI's impact on CEOs
June 22nd, 2026; 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. Trump's threats aren't making things easier with Iran. Plus, a new global order gives tech CEOs a seat at the table with world leaders. Are these business tycoons the new heads of nation-states? And, Rosa Flores is in New Mexico, talking to residents about Trump's cuts to America's food safety net. Ron Insana, Charlie Sykes, and Eddie Glaude join the Group Chat today.
June 22 · 40 min
The Clock is Ticking: Can a deal be reached ahead of the mid-terms?
June 19th, 10am: Money Power Politics continues into the second hour. A US Official tells MS that Israel and Hezbollah are now in a ceasefire. The agreement was reached just hours after deadly strikes threatened to derail US-Iran talks. Negotiations slated for today in Switzerland were postponed with JD Vance delaying his trip. Plus, the growing controversy over Trump's DC makeover. Ron Insana, Lizzie O'Learey, and Joel Payne join the Group Chat today.
June 22 · 41 min
How much is a trillion?
June 22nd, 2026; 9am: What we know about the high level negotiations between the U.S. and Iran as the fallout grows for Trump on Capitol Hill. Plus, the world's first trillionaire - what his power could mean for the country. And, as talks between the U.S. and Iran progress, there is still confusion over the Strait of Hormuz and who will have control of it moving forward. Is it open or closed? What will this mean for gas prices? Dave Weigel, David Drucker, Tyler Pager, Mychael Schnell, Gautum Muk
June 19 · 40 min
Is Vance in charge?
June 19th, 2026; 9am: Long time Trump loyalist Bill Pulte takes over a key intelligence agency, sparking concerns he'll supercharge the president's retribution campaign. Plus, new questions about the next phase of talks with Iran. As the VP puts off his trip to meet with Iranian officials. Plus, how the screwworm outbreak is impacting the food you put on the table. Jake Sherman, Mark Leibovich, Will Sommer, Dan Nathan, Rohit Chopra, St. Senator Roland Gutierrez (D-San Antonio) join Money Power P

Money, Power, Politics with Stephanie Ruhle

Growth in the labor market slows down

Defense companies with big government contracts - who's winning?

What happened to checks and balances?

Trump's shocking income report

Breaking News at the Supreme Court

Who exactly will be negotiating with Iran?

Another decision day at the Supreme Court

A look inside Trump's White House

How the Supreme Court's immigration decision deals a serious blow to the economy

Trump's problems at home & abroad

Decision Day at the Supreme Court

A devastating earthquake in Venezuela: What we know

Has Trump saved himself from another high-profile blunder?

Post Primaries: How AI is influencing the market and our politics

"Putting lipstick on a very ugly pig:" how critics view Vance's attempt to sell the American people on the Iran deal

The Dollar is Back: The US allows Iran to sell oil in dollars for the first time in decades

A K-Shaped World Order: AI's impact on CEOs

The Clock is Ticking: Can a deal be reached ahead of the mid-terms?

How much is a trillion?

Is Vance in charge?