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Ruhle dives in to Trump's no-bid contracts
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August 6, 2026
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1:59Now PlayingPresident Trump purchased 11 polar icebreaking ships which totaled around $7 billion. Not only is that twice as many as the Coast Guard needs, but also the contracts for building the ships were awarded without competitive bids. Stephanie Ruhle breaks down how this isn't the first time this administration has bypassed the normal bidding process.
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