Democratic candidate and former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra advances to November runoff for California Governor – Senate Republicans pass a $70 billion immigration bill now headed to the House – & why a surprisingly strong May jobs report led to a sharp drop in the markets. Symone D Sanders hosts as Toluse Olorunnipa, John Harwood, and Jason Johnson join The 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. H...
Jun 06, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260605
MS NOW's full exclusive interview with Graham Platner, Democratic Candidate for Senate in Maine, after new explosive allegations. Plus, the President's former personal lawyer moves closer to a permanent role leading the Justice Department. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Anthony Fisher, Joyce White Vance, and Ken Atshulter join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...
Jun 05, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260604
California is steadily counting ballots 24 hours after primary day as Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is the first incumbent to face a runoff in more than 20 years. Then, the status of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran still remain unclear. Plus, CBS News fires veteran journalist Scott Pelley as the '60 Minutes' shakeups continue. David Gura, Lizzie O’Leary, Tim O’Brien, Richard Stengel, and Andy Lack join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ...
Jun 04, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260603
Amid a series of legal setbacks for the administration, a judge temporarily blocks the president's $1.8 billion so-called 'anti-weaponization' fund. Plus, a judge orders Trump's name to be taken down from the Kennedy Center in 2 weeks. And new analysis from Moody's shows the average American household has spent $450 on gas and energy due to the Iran war. David Rohde, Ron Insana, Anthony Fisher, and Ahmed Baba join The 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts with...
May 30, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260529
A potential deal to extend the Iran ceasefire is awaiting Trump's approval - what it could mean for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Plus, new reporting on the White House stepping in to get a $620 million deal for a company tied to Donald Trump Jr. And, Erin Brockovich joins to discuss her latest focus on AI data centers and their impact on local communities. Peter Baker, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Brendan Greeley, Rohit Chopra, Josh Einiger, Erin Brockovich, and Jason Johns...
May 29, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260528
With Trump-backed candidate Ken Paxton winning the Republican nomination for Senate in Texas, Democrats are bullish in the battle for the chamber. Plus, The U.S. reportedly carried out new strikes on Iran, this time targeting a military site. And, the pain Americans are facing at the pump may soon appear at the grocery store. Akayla Gardner, David Drucker, Joel Payne, and Angelo Carusone join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up fo...
May 28, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260527
A massive win for a Trump-backed Senate candidate in Texas could threaten the GOP's hopes of holding onto the Senate in November's midterms. Plus, Iran threatens to retaliate after the U.S. said it conducted "defensive strikes" in southern Iran. And, Pope Leo takes on AI, warning about the dangers ahead. Ali Velshi, Abby Livingston, Larry Sabato, Susan Glasser, Jeff Mason, Teddy Schleifer, and Andrew Weissmann join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts wi...
May 27, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260526
Senate Republicans revolt over the administration’s $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, derailing a key vote on Trump’s immigration agenda. Then, a Trump-backed superpac gets a big donation from a tobacco giant just a week before the FDA lifts restrictions on vapes. Plus, the latest push to break the deadlock between the U.S. and Iran. Peter Baker, Susan Glasser, Joyce White Vance, Brooke Masters, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Natasha Sarin, and Laura Field join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To...
May 22, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260521
Two police officers attacked on Jan 6. are suing to block Donald Trump's so called $1.776 billion "anti weaponization" fund, calling it illegal. Plus, the CFTC is scrutinizing a flurry of suspicious oil trades made just moments before Trump postponed an attack on Iran in late March. And, South Carolina is the latest state to try to use redistricting to increase Republicans' chances of holding onto a House majority. Philip Bump, Ron Insana, Lizzie O'Leary, and Charles Coleman Jr. join The 11th Ho...
May 21, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260520
Trump critic Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) loses his House primary, underscoring the president's continued grip on the Republican party. Then, a DOJ deal that appears to exempt Trump, his family and his businesses from any future IRS audits sparks bipartisan outrage. Plus, new analysis reveals Trump's astonishing stock trades, including shares of companies that the administration met with and promoted. Larry Sabato, Jeff Mason, Miles Taylor, John Harwood and Bill Cohan join The 11th Hour. To listen ...
May 20, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260519
Trump says he was asked to hold off new strikes on Iran, as his approval rating hits a second-term low and gas prices surge. Then, new reporting on Trump’s stock trades and how they’re connected to companies he has publicly praised. Plus, the 1.8 billion dollar fund from the Trump Justice Department that could end up funneling money to the President’s allies. Luke Broadwater, Mychael Schnell, Barry McCaffrey, Dan Nathan, Justin Wolfers, Kristy Greenberg, and Brendan Greeley join The 11th Hour th...
May 19, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260518
China’s leader sends a warning shot over Taiwan as President Trump focuses on Iran and claims Xi offered to help broker peace in the Iran war. Then, a potential trade truce as Beijing restores U.S. beef shipments to China. Plus, a new report claims the FBI director took a VIP snorkeling trip in Hawaii at a sacred Pearl Harbor Memorial. Laura Barron-Lopez, Susan Glasser, Tom Nichols, Michael McFaul, Ron Insana, John Harwood, and Nnamdi Egwuonwu join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to...
May 15, 2026•43 min•Ep. 2501226
On tonight’s Nightcap: Trump begins his first full day of his China summit with President Xi Jinping. Then, Republicans in South Carolina’s Legislature reject a plan for new maps that would’ve eliminated the seat for the only democratic district in the state. Plus, more alarming economic data as investors become increasingly on edge about inflation. Laura Barron-Lopez, Antonia Hylton, Basil Smikle, Tim O’Brien, and Ahmed Baba join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to this show and ot...
May 14, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260513
New reporting from the New York Times shows that the Trump administration might be seriously overstating how much damage they've done to Iran's missile program – new data shows inflation accelerating, but Trump says he’s not thinking about American’s finances “not even a little bit” – & the Secretary of Defense and the FBI Director clash with lawmakers over the cost of the war and their conduct in office. Carol Leonnig, Scott MacFarlane, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Brendan Greeley, Dan Nathan, D...
May 13, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260512
Trump calls the U.S. ceasefire with Iran on “massive live support." Then, the Supreme Court clears the way for Alabama to use new voting maps ahead of the midterms. Plus, the President floats a suspension of the federal gas tax as gas prices soar. Ayman Mohyeldin hosts as Peter Baker, Mychael Schnell, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Rohit Chopra, Max Chafkin, Holly McCall, and Steven Stuart join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW P...
May 12, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260511
On tonight's Nightcap: tensions remain high in the Middle East as the UAE reports a new wave of attacks from Tehran. Then, a pair of major court decisions delivers a victory for Republicans in the redistricting battle. Plus, some states consider proposals to tax the wealthy to address the affordability crisis. Philip Bump, Mary Harris, Pablo Torre, and Harry Sisson join The 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple ...
May 09, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260508
The U.S. and Iran exchange fire as concerns grow over the fragile ceasefire. Then, the U.S. Court of International Trade rules Trump’s 10% global tariffs are illegal. Plus, the heated battle over AI regulation spills into the midterms; what it could mean for the future of jobs and the economy. Peter Baker. Michael McFaul, Ivo Daalder, Laura Haefeli, Brooke Masters, Justin Wolfers, and Alex Bores join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sig...
May 08, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260509
On tonight’s Nightcap: Questions remain on the status of peace talks for the Iran War, as the U.S. and Iran give conflicting signals. Then, more protests erupt in Tennessee after Republicans unveil a new congressional map that could flip the state's only Democratic district. Plus, Trump defends his ballroom as Republicans in Congress seek one billion dollars to enhance security as part of the East Wing overhaul. Symone Sanders Townsend hosts as Akayla Gardner, Daniella Diaz, John Harwood, and Na...
May 07, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260506
Marco Rubio says the war in Iran is “over” as Trump pauses 'Project Freedom' in the Strait of Hormuz. Then, what problems with trade and supply chain could mean for the economy. Plus, what the results in Indiana's primaries reveal about Trump’s grip on the GOP. Alex Ward, Sam Stein, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Catherine Rampell, Scott Lincicome, Dave Weigel, and Laura Barron-Lopez join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Prem...
May 06, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260505
The U.S. and Iran once again on the brink of all-out war as new attacks threaten the ceasefire. Then, California faces a gas crunch as the last oil tanker from the Persian Gulf reaches the west coast. Plus, AI fears grow as two of the industry's biggest leaders face off in a high-stakes trial. Susan Glasser, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Michael McFaul, Ron Insana, Clayton Siegle, Gerrit De Vynck, Bharat Ramamurti, and Barbara McQuade join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and othe...
May 05, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260505
On tonight’s Nightcap: Pakistani officials confirm they’ve received an updated proposal from Iran to end the war, but Trump says he’s unsatisfied with the offer. Then, Republicans across the country call for congressional maps in red states to be redrawn. Plus, the Pentagon agrees to buy an undisclosed number of interceptor drones from a company called Powerus, which is backed by Trump’s two eldest sons. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Appl...
May 02, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260501
The Trump administration nears the initial deadline for congressional approval to continue war with Iran. Then, Elon Musk's testimony in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Plus, the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Voting Rights Act supercharges the race for new congressional maps. Peter Baker, Miles Taylor, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Ron Insana, Paresh Dave and Joyce Vance join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Po...
May 01, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260431
On tonight’s Nightcap: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces questions from Congress for the first time since the Iran War, and gives the first public estimate of how much the war has cost. Then, the Supreme Court deals a blow to the Voting Rights Act, striking down a Louisiana congressional map. Plus, the Federal Reserve holds rates steady, but the decision comes with the highest level of dissent in 30 years. David Rohde, Alex Wagner, David Gura, and Joel Payne join The 11th Hour this Wednesday ...
Apr 30, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260429
Trump’s Justice Department targets former FBI Director James Comey a second time after he’s indicted for alleged threats against the President. Then, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prepares to go before Congress to make a case for the Pentagon’s $1.5 trillion budget request. Plus, a stunning move from the UAE as it annouces plans to leave OPEC. What this could mean for the global energy crisis triggered by war in Iran. Carol Leonnig, Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Max Ch...
Apr 29, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260428
What we know about the suspect now charged with trying to assassinate President Trump at a black-tie gala in Washington. Then, the White House rejects a proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, warning signs for Republicans with the midterms nearly six months away. Rob D’Amico, Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, Michael McFaul, Doug Jones, Reed Galen, and Susanne Craig join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW ...
Apr 28, 2026•41 min•Ep. 260427
The President orders the military to “shoot and kill” any Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Then, a U.S. soldier involved in the capture of Nicolas Maduro is arrested for allegedly using classified information to make Polymarket bets tied to the mission. Plus, how Syrian billionaires reportedly tried to influence American foreign policy by invoking the Trump name. Alex Ward, Jessica Yellin, David Drucker, Bharat Ramamurti, Eric Lipton, and John Della Volpe join The 11th Hour th...
Apr 24, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260423
On tonight’s Nightcap- Iran fires on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seizes two of them as the U.S. maintains its blockade of Iranian ports. Then, the Trump administration reportedly nears a deal to rescue Spirit Airlines as it faces skyrocketing jet fuel costs and possible liquidation. Plus, new reporting that the White House is weighing giving the UAE financial support as it deals with economic fallout from the war with Iran. David Rohde, Ron Insana, John Avlon, Eddie Glaude, and Sen. ...
Apr 23, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260422
The President extends the ceasefire in Iran indefinitely, hours before his deadline and without more talks scheduled. Then, a warning shot to big business as Trump encourages U.S. companies not to file refunds for illegal tariffs they already paid. Plus, voters in Virginia say 'yes' to new maps that could give Dems a boost in the battle to control Congress. Jeff Mason, Sam Stein, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Gillian Tett, Neil Irwin, Larry Sabato, and Antonia Hylton join The 11th Hour this Tuesday nigh...
Apr 22, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260421
The U.S. and Iran prepare for a second round of in-person peace talks led by Vice President Vance. Then, the CFTC is reportedly investigating a series of suspiciously timed trades made minutes before key announcements on the Iran War. Plus, Tim Cook steps down as Apple’s CEO. Luke Broadwater, Mark Hertling, Gautam Mukunda, Ron Insana, Dan Nathan, Josh Rogin, and Josh Tyrangiel join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premi...
Apr 21, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260420
Where things stand in the Middle East as Israel has agreed to a 10-day cease-fire in Lebanon and Trump says the next round of peace talks will "probably" happen this weekend. Then, with gas prices rising with no end in sight, Trump tries to highlight his tax policy. And, new reporting on the sports betting industry spending over $40 million to influence elections. Damian Paletta, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Tom Nichols, Brendan Greeley, Natasha Sarin, and Teddy Schleifer join The 11th Hour this Thursday...
Apr 17, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260416
