The Nightcap discusses the President's softening on China tariffs ahead of a high-level meeting with a Chinese delegation. Then, a look at how the Trump inner circle seems to be cashing in with business deals amidst economic chaos and uncertainty. And, why the conclave chose the first American pope, and what that could mean for the world. Plus, see who made this week’s list of MVPs. Ron Insana, Jelani Cobb, Pablo Torre, and Mary Harris join The 11th Hour this Friday.

The White House celebrates a "big deal" with the U.S. that turns out to be a framework with few details. Then, Trump names former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as a top DC federal prosecutor after being forced to withdraw his first choice. And, the conclave elects the first US-born Pope, Leo XIV. Peter Baker, Charlie Sykes, David Gura, Bill Cohan, Chris Jansing, Joe Donnelly, Joyce Vance, Ben Jealous, and Ryan Busse join the 11th Hour this Thursday night.

Trump says he will not be easing tariffs on China days before his top trade officials meet with a Chinese delegation. Then, the nightmare on main street as economic uncertainty impacts small businesses. And, the plan for far-right network OAN to provide programming for Voice of America. Evan McMorris-Santoro, Philip Bump, Ahmed Baba, Dan Nathan, and Graydon Carter join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.

President Trump holds an awkward meeting with Canada's Prime Minister just two months before tariffs are set to go up. Then, the President's top trade officials are scheduled to meet with a Chinese delegation just hours after the Treasury Secretary admits trade negotiations have yet to start. And, the consequences of the Trump administration’s stance on due process. Jeff Mason, Sam Stein, Senator Doug Jones, Barry Ritholtz, Max Chafkin, Mark Joseph Stern, and John King Jr. join The 11th Hour this Tuesday.

The President teases plans for additional tariffs with no end in sight for his trade war chaos. And, Trump’s sons promote business deals across the globe that could make millions for the family and for POTUS himself, all without acknowledging potential conflicts of interest. Plus, consumers are about to feel the impact of a looming supply chain crisis as the number of shipments coming to the US declines. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, David Drucker, Natasha Sarin, Bharat Ramamurti, Justin Wolfers, Gene Seroka, and Kristy Greenberg join The 11th Hour.

Trump blames Biden for a weak GDP report as imports surged ahead of the president's tariffs. Then, the failed Senate vote to undo Trump's 'Liberation Day.' And, what the economic deal signed by the U.S. and Ukraine means for the war. Peter Baker, Susan Glasser, Reed Galen, Justin Wolfers, and Vicky Nguyen join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.

On day 100 of Trump’s second term, a reflection on the past three months and the uncertainty ahead. Then, new reporting examines the rise of Trump’s cryptocurrency business and his changing role in the industry. And, a conversation with actor and comedian Ed Helms on some important and hilarious lessons from history. Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Peter Goodman, Eric Lipton, Dan Nathan, and Ed Helms join The 11th Hour.

The Nightcap roundtable discusses Trump’s second term as the 100 day mark swiftly approaches. Then, POTUS suggests he is negotiating a trade deal with China, but Chinese officials say talks are not occurring. Plus, the markets are in chaos as Trump’s approval rating steadily declines. And, see who made this week’s MVP list. John Harwood, Dave Weigel, and Jason Johnson join The 11th Hour this Friday.

Economic anxiety rises as signs of price hikes and supply chain trouble surface. Then, Trump offers private dinner invitations in exchange for investments in his cryptocurrency. And, Florida's push to weaken child labor laws. Peter Baker, Neil Irwin, Angelo Carusone, Bharat Ramamurti, Barbara McQuade, Seth Harris, and Nina Mast join The 11th Hour this Thursday.