"This is a gift to the Democrats that this is his strategy...this has been an economy dominated by insiders." @pablo.show and @stephruhle.bsky.social break down Trump's economic message on the #Nightcap.

Appearing in the Epstein files is not a evidence of a crime, however several prominent figures have resigned or publicly apologized for their connections to the sex offender. But not everyone has. @pablo.show asks, "Is shame even possible anymore?"

TONIGHT: Epstein investigation continues as it’s revealed missing files include interviews with an alleged Trump accuser – Trump's messaging on the economy in his State of the Union – Trump honors gold medal-winning U.S. men’s hockey team amid backlash over its locker room celebration.

Four years into Russia's war with Ukraine, and Putin has not accomplished his stated objectives for the invasion. @mcfaulmike.bsky.social: "A catastrophic disaster."

"Finally the justices drew the line." @mjsdc.bsky.social reacts to SCOTUS striking down Trump's emergency tariffs

"It's hard to know what an easy victory would be, because we don't actually know what victory is." Alex Ward and @stephruhle.bsky.social dig into Trump's deliberations over whether or not to strike Iran.

TONIGHT: The President faces falling poll numbers and weighs military strikes in Iran ahead of his State of the Union – Trump announces new “temporary” tariffs after the Supreme Court’s ruling against him – & why he's saying Netflix should “fire” Susan Rice or “pay the consequences.”

@stephruhle.bsky.social shares her MVP of the week: Alysa Liu, the American gold medal winner who insisted on doing it her way on the biggest stage.

"All of those young voters who voted for Trump the last time around - they're pissed." @jimacosta.bsky.social, @reedgalen.bsky.social, Ron Insana, @cchristian-la.bsky.social, and @stephruhle.bsky.social discuss Trump's claim that he's "won affordability" on the #Nightcap.

"This is nothing more than your taxes having been high - because he cut taxes for very wealthy people and filled the gap with tariffs which is a tax on you...this is absolutely a political goldmine if the Democrats know how to use it."

TONIGHT: It’s #Nightcap time: The Supreme Court struck down most of President Trump’s tariffs – What an affordability crisis means for the midterms – & New fallout from the Epstein files in the U.S. and abroad.

Americans have been shocked by the conduct of ICE and Border Patrol agents as they carry out Trump deportation policies across the country, but Garrett Graff says that it isn't new:

TONIGHT: Former Prince Andrew 'released under investigation' after UK police arrested him – Trump declares that he's "won affordability," but do Americans think so? – & one journalist reports on possible misconduct within ICE and Border Patrol agencies.

@pbump.com is not convinced that a California social media lawsuit will be a "big tobacco moment" for the industry -- especially at the rapid pace AI and online betting exacerbate online safety risks. "It feels like fighting yesterday's battle."

"I look at the Trump administration now like one of those towers of champagne glasses. You pour in all the champagne and Trump is the first cup...there's nothing at the bottom for real Americans." @pbump.com & @stephruhle.bsky.social talk Trump's potential conflicts of interest on the #Nightcap.

TONIGHT: It’s #Nightcap time: One of Jeffrey Epstein's top benefactors is deposed by Congress – & major headlines on Trump’s family crypto business have us asking once again, is this White House for sale? @pbump.com @dellavolpe.bsky.social @cfcolemanjr.bsky.social @timobrien.bsky.social

@stephruhle.bsky.social reports that the Trump Org. filed for trademark rights on any airports using the Trump name just as Palm Beach is about to rename their airport after him. All of it is raising the question #IstheWhiteHouseForSale?

The Last Thing Before We Go: @stephruhle.bsky.social talks about MN State Sen. John Hoffman returning to a standing ovation at the Capitol after the assassination attempt on his life last June.

"I think despair is a sin." Jon Meacham joins @stephruhle.bsky.social to remind us that while these are difficult times, we cannot give in to despair. Generations before us sacrificed everything to build a more perfect union.

"Not sustainable in any way." While President Trump declares victory on affordability, companies are preparing to raise their prices to offset his tariffs. @bhgreeley.bsky.social and Natasha Sarin discuss on the #11thHour.

"The biggest tell for when Trump is bothered by a story and when he knows that it's problematic for him is when he says he's completely exonerated." @samsteindc.bsky.social and @stephruhle.bsky.social break down how the ongoing fallout from the Epstein Files is affecting Donald Trump.

@stephruhle.bsky.social breaks down the FCC's "equal time" rule at the center of the new controversy involving Stephen Colbert, James Talarico, and CBS.

TONIGHT: Congress set to depose fmr. head of Victoria's Secret over his ties to Epstein – major price hikes incoming, as companies blame high tariffs – & Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in trial looking to hold big tech accountable for harming kids.

They say Trump's tariffs cost the average American family $1000 last year. Who would've thunk it? Watch @stephruhle.bsky.social and former National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster join Bill Maher on Real Time:

"Think about how it feels to be demonized and come to know them as your brothers and sisters." @jamesmartinsj.bsky.social shares his message for President Trump as part of the #11thHour #KeepingtheFaith series with @stephruhle.bsky.social.

"We are in a 'say it to my face' era of American politics." @drjasonjohnson.bsky.social and @symonedsanders.bsky.social talk about the difference between how former President Barack Obama and Gov. Gavin Newsom talk about Trump's second term.

"What if they say make me?" @barbmcquade.bsky.social lays out the options if Congress wants to make sure that the Justice Department follows the letter of the Epstein Transparency Act.

TONIGHT: Growing outrage as the AG Pam Bondi tells Congress that all of the Epstein files have been released – no signs of compromise to end the partial government shutdown – & Fmr. President Barack Obama gives his first public response to a racist video posted by Trump.

Will a landmark social media trial involving Meta become social media's "big tobacco" moment? @byjacobward.bsky.social tells @stephruhle.bsky.social this is a "bellwether case" where billions of dollars in future trials could be at stake.

"The best they can say is it's a symbolic victory, but the symbolism is important here." McKay Coppins breaks down the politics of Democrats shutting down DHS over Trump's violent immigration policy.

TONIGHT: Funding for DHS runs out at midnight – Top Goldman Sachs lawyer departs amid reported ties to Epstein – & Attorney confirms Mark Zuckerberg to go to trial Wednesday. @stephruhle.bsky.social @lbarronlopez.bsky.social @davidrohde.bsky.social @byjacobward.bsky.social @jamesmartinsj.bsky.social

TONIGHT: The White House says the ICE surge in Minneapolis is ending -- the DOJ logs lawmakers’ search history in the unredacted Epstein files, and now they’re demanding answers – & House Republicans pass a strict proof-of-citizenship requirement.

@stephruhle.bsky.social again asks, is this White House for sale?

"No outcome is predestined." Josh Tyrangiel explains his cover story for the Atlantic on what AI will mean for jobs and for the future of work.

"They are over their skis when it comes to making anything happen right now that is passably normal." @pablo.show joins @stephruhle.bsky.social to talk about the Trump administration's criticism of Olympians who are speaking out against White House policies.

"There is going to be a reckoning." @steveliesman.bsky.social joins @stephruhle.bsky.social to talk about how the business world has been operating in the Trump administration.

"She has one viewer and she knows what he wants to see." Josh Tyrangiel with @stephruhle.bsky.social on AG Pam Bondi's testimony before lawmakers today.

TONIGHT: An explosive hearing on the Hill as Attorney General Bondi testifies before the House Judiciary Committee about the Epstein investigation – Olympic athletes speak out against the Trump administration's actions in Minnesota – & what's the future of work as artificial intelligence takes over?

"I think it's reasonable for folks to ask if Howard Lutnick weren't truthful about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, what else is he not being truthful about?" @lawofruby.bsky.social joins @stephruhle.bsky.social to discuss the calls for Howard Lutnick to resign and his interactions with Epstein.

DHS funding appears to be contingent on reforms to ICE and CBP -- and negotiations on Capitol Hill are at a stalemate. Former acting ICE Director for President Obama, John Sandweg explains what he would like to see.

TONIGHT: Top immigration officials testify before the House – New details in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie – & Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's faces calls to resign over his contact with Jeffrey Epstein.

"This is really just the beginning." @kenvogel.bsky.social joins @stephruhle.bsky.social on the #11thHour to discuss his new reporting on Trump allies' latest fundraising scheme — million-dollar donations for the nation's 250th birthday celebration, in exchange for access to the President.

"I ain't going." @govandybeshear.bsky.social joins @stephruhle.bsky.social and reacts to Trump excluding Democrats from annual governors meeting.

"Crypto is a lot like MAGA. There's a lot of grift, and then there's a lot of bag holders." President Trump promised a crypto boom. But for most investors, it's turning out to be a bust. Dan Nathan and @brookeamasters.ft.com join @stephruhle.bsky.social to dig into the latest on the #11thHour.

"This has not satisfied members of Congress who have been demanding a full release with very minimal redactions." @lacaldwelldc.bsky.social and @stephruhle.bsky.social discuss what could be next for the Epstein files as lawmakers start to comb through newly-revealed details.

TONIGHT: Lawmakers get a private viewing of the uncensored Epstein files; what they saw in the documents – new reporting on how Trump allies are charging fundraising for facetime with the President – & Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear on how to fight possible election interference by the White House.

Steph's MVP: The American Heart Association, for bringing awareness to heart disease in women with its "Go Red" campaign.

"He doesn't care about election integrity." President Trump is doubling down on his calls to nationalize elections ahead of the November midterms. The #11thHour #Nightcap discusses the latest with @stephruhle.bsky.social.

On Tonight’s #Nightcap: President Trump appears to be laying the groundwork to contest midterm election results – Prominent GOP members call out Trump’s economy problem – & Bad Bunny to perform at Superbowl as Turning Point USA hosts an alternative halftime show.

"What they really want isn't social media it's fun, fun with their friends." @jonathanhaidt.bsky.social sits down with @stephruhle.bsky.social on the #11thHour to discuss his new book, "The Amazing Generation," and how parents can help their kids shift their focus away from smartphones.