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P.M. Edition for June 27. On the back of a case brought about President Trump’s efforts to curtail birthright citizenship, the U.S. Supreme Court narrowed judges’ ability to issue nationwide injunctions against White House policies. WSJ Supreme Court reporter Jess Bravin joins to discuss where that leaves challenges to President Trump’s executive orders. Plus, President Trump says he is ending all trade talks with Canada, sending U.S. markets down from record highs this morning. Journal markets reporter Krystal Hur explains how they got there. And Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez get married in a three-day Venetian wedding extravaganza. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 27. The White House says the U.S. and China have signed a trade deal struck last month, with China agreeing to speed up delivery of rare-earth minerals. WSJ reporter Kim Mackrael says a trade deal with the EU is also taking shape, and could see the bloc lower tariffs on U.S. imports in order to woo President Trump. And Rachel Wolfe explains why a pullback in spending by young Americans is making some retailers nervous. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 26. With a weakened Iran and a strengthened Israel, Middle Eastern countries are re-evaluating their diplomatic ties. We hear from WSJ foreign correspondent Stephen Kalin about whatt his means for the region and its economy. Plus, oil companies are urging President Trump to push back on the European Union’s environmental rules. Reporter Collin Eaton discusses the influence that oil companies have in President Trump’s second term. And, after more than three decades, Anna Wintour steps down as editor in chief of American Vogue. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 26. The dollar sags on news President Trump could name his pick to replace Fed chair Jerome Powell almost a year before his term ends. WSJ finance editor Alex Frangos explains how markets might view such a move. Plus, a new vaccine panel selected by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. starts re-examining shot advice for kids. And WSJ reporter Chelsey Dulaney details how Ireland’s pharma dominance has put it in Trump’s tariff crosshairs. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 25. Talks between Shell and rival BP are in their early stages, according to people familiar with the matter, but a tie-up would be the largest oil deal in a generation. WSJ reporter Ben Dummett discusses what each company would get out of a deal. Plus, Wall Street is panicking after Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic primary for New York City mayor. We hear from reporter Kevin Dugan about what Wall Street is worried about. And the war between Israel and Iran has revived China’s interest in a pipeline that would import Russian natural gas. WSJ foreign correspondent Georgi Kantchev weighs in on the geopolitical impact of such a move. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 25. An initial damage assessment prepared by the Defense Intelligence Agency finds that weekend strikes by the U.S. on Iran’s nuclear facilities only delayed Tehran’s ambitions by a few months. WSJ Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin tells us what we know about the U.S. strikes’ impact. Plus, Zohran Mamdani deals a major blow to the Democratic establishment, topping Andrew Cuomo in New York’s mayoral primary. And we look at a landmark copyright ruling set to reverberate across the AI industry. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 24. Israel says its airports were returning to full activity and it was lifting restrictions on civilian movements, after President Trump responded angrily to earlier exchanges of fire aft er the U.S.-brokered truce went into effect. Plus, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reaffirms his wait-and-see posture on rate cuts. WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos discusses the role that a rift within the central bank could play in its next moves. And a bill passed by the Senate last week opens the door to stablecoins being used in consumer payments. We hear from the co-host of WSJ’s Take on the Week podcast and Heard on the Street writer Telis Demos about whether they might become an alternative to credit cards. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 24. After a week and a half of fighting, Israel and Iran say they’ve agreed to a cease-fire. Journal deputy Middle East bureau chief Shayndi Raice says despite the deal being confirmed by President Trump on social media yesterday evening, fresh missile attacks by Iran are raising questions about its longevity. Plus, NATO allies look set to more than double defense spending as they meet in The Hague today. And banks are hiking fees on their most exclusive credit cards, testing the limits of loyal customers. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 23. President Trump said the U.S. received advance notice of Iran’s attack and thatno Americans were harmed and little damage was sustained. Trump indicated that he believed the attack wouldn’t escalate the crisis in the region. WSJ national security reporter Lara Seligman joins to discuss how the U.S. might respond. Plus, investors prepare for the possibility that Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s main energy shipping artery. We hear from WSJ investing columnist Spencer Jakab what impact this would have on oil prices and inflation. And fewer Chinese companies are listing on U.S. stock exchanges. James Areddy covers Chin a for the Journal and explains how the U.S.-China relationship fits into it. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Sign up for the Markets A.M. Newsletter by Spencer Jakab  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 23. As the U.S. investigates how much of Iran’s nuclear program it destroyed in weekend strikes, the WSJ’s Sudarsan Raghavan and Chatham House analyst Sanam Vakil discuss the political and military crisis facing leaders in Tehran. Plus, “buy now, pay later” loans could soon affect your credit score. And Tesla robotaxis hit the streets in Austin, Texas. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

President Trump has called the U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites “a spectacular military success,' while Iran was quick to respond with a barrage of missiles launched at Israel. But what does this mean for Iran’s nuclear ambitions, the region’s stability and possible further U.S. involvement? WSJ Middle East Bureau Chief Andrew Dowell tells us what we know about the attack, if we might see nuclear negotiations soon and the political debate over the use of force on Capitol Hill. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading:  U.S. Strikes 'Obliterated' Iran's Nuclear Sites, Trump Says  Will Iran Attempt to Block the Strait of Hormuz?  Trump Gave Final Go-Ahead for Iran Attack Hours Before Bombs Fell  Three Sites Hit by U.S. Represent Core of Iran Nuclear Program  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2025

How did U.S. Steel shares react to White House deal approval? And why did solar stocks slide after Senate revisions to the big budget bill? Plus, what’s the latest twist in the 23andMe sale drama? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 20. Talks between European and Iranian leaders reach an impasse, as Israel says it’s prepared for a protracted conflict. The war between Israel and Iran is unprecedented in that it’s being fought with air power alone. WSJ South Europe bureau chief Marcus Walker discusses how this might shape its outcome. Plus, after a difficult year, casual-dining chains are trying to get more customers into restaurants. We hear from reporter Heather Haddon about how they are trying to attract new diners without alienating loyal ones. And, in many parts of the U.S., this weekend is forecast to bring dangerously hot weather. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 20. President Trump gives himself two weeks to decide whether to j oin Israel in attacking Iran. WSJ foreign correspondent Sune Rasmussen describes how European countries hope to avoid such an outcome by pushing Iran to make compromises on its nuclear program. Plus, an appeals court lets the president retain control of California National Guardtroops. And China flexes its chokehold on ra re-earth magn ets. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 18. As President Trump weighs whether to strike Iran, Israel says that its control over the skies has enabled it to repel most Iranian strikes against the country. But concerns remain that Iran is stockpiling its weapons. We hear from WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber about what’s behind the slowdown in missile launches, and what this means for the next phase of the conflict. Plus, the Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, but keeps the door open for cuts later this year. WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos tells us about the factors that the Fed considered in its decision. And Journal reporter Chip Cutter joins to discuss why thriving American companies are cutting their workforces. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 18. Israel hits a nuclear facility in Iran’s capital, even as its ultimate target remains just out of reach. WSJ Middle East correspondent Benoit Faucon discusses the American weapon that could change that. Plus, the Senate passes legislation to regulate stablecoins pegged to national currencies in a key victory for the digital-asset industry. And Amazon’s CEO admits AI is likely coming for our jobs. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 17. President Trump has called for Iran’s “unconditional surrender” as he considers a range of options, including a potential U.S. strike, against the country. WSJ national security reporter Alexander Ward discusses the key piece of intelligence around which Israel built its case for war, though the U.S. didn’t buy it. Plus, unemployment for recent grads hits nearly its highest level in a decade. We hear from WSJ economics reporter Justin Lahart about the factors at play. And Amazon chief executive Andy Jassy says that developments in artificial intelligence will lead to a smaller workforce. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 17. Trump left the Group of Seven summit in Canada a day early after signing onto a joint statement that calls for peace and stability in the Middle East, as Iran and Israel continued fighting overnight. Journal correspondent Bojan Pancevski and reporter Kim Mackrael discuss the deals struck and which leaders, including Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky, missed out. Plus, the Senate Republicans propose changes to President Trump’s tax-and-spending bill. And new data from Microsoft reveals what's fast becoming a new normal at work: logging on late into the night. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 16. Iran has been sending messages to Israel and the U.S. signaling that it seeks an end to hostilities and new talks over its nuclear programs. WSJ security correspondent Benoit Faucon lays out what Iran wants in exchange. Plus, the Trump administration reversed its aggressive deportation policy late last week. We hear from Journal reporter Arian Campo-Flores on the pragmatic, economic reasons for the change. And the Trump Organization plans to launch a smartphone made in America later this summer. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 16. The man suspected of shooting a pair of Democratic state lawmakers in Minnesota is arrested after a sprawling two-day search. Plus, Israel takes control of Iran’s skies as it claims more strikes on Revolutionary Guard command centers. WSJ chief foreign-affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov explains how that aerial superiority is creating a major power mismatch between the two sides, even as fighting continues. And the Trump administration orders a pause on immigration arrests at farms, restaurants and hotels. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

As businesses are adopting artificial intelligence and beginning to figure out how it will make them money, developers are already working on ways to embody AI in the physical world. From home robots to manufacturing and beyond, tech reporter Belle Lin digs into the industry’s plans and tells us whether physical AI might bring both makers and users the big returns on investment they’ve been anticipating. Alex Ossola hosts. Further Reading:  These Developers Can’t Get Excited About Apple’s AI Efforts  AI Is Here for Plumbers and Electricians. Will It Transform Home Services?  Companies Are Struggling to Drive a Return on AI. It Doesn’t Have to Be That Way.  Nvidia and Perplexity Team Up in European AI Push  Apple Executives Defend Apple Intelligence, Siri and AI Strategy  Meta in Talks to Invest $14 Billion in Scale AI, Hire CEO Alexandr Wang  Apple Fails to Clear a Low Bar on AI  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

What did investors make of Warner Bros. Discovery’s split? And what soured J.M. Smucker’s quarter? Plus, how did a deadly plane crash in India affect Boeing? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 13. Iran sends dozens of ballistic missiles to Israel in retaliation for Israel’s ongoing attacks against Iran’s nuclear program and military leadership. WSJ White House reporter Alex Leary discusses what the escalating conflict in the Middle East may mean for President Trump, who has long said that the U.S. should pull back from foreign entanglements. Plus, we hear from Journal investing columnist Spencer Jakab about how markets are reacting to the conflict. And merchants like Walmart and Amazon are exploring launching their own stablecoins. WSJ reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis talks about why, and what impact that could have on banks. Alex Ossola hosts. Israel-Iran conflict live blog Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 13. Israel launches a wide-ranging attack on Iran’s nuclear program and military leadership, killing the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. WSJ Middle East bureau chief Andrew Dowell analyzes the scope of the military operation and the dynamics to watch going forward. Plus, a judge orders President Trump to return control of California’s National Guard to the state’s governor. And a possible loss of engine thrust emerges as an early focus in the probe into yesterday’s deadly Air India crash. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 12. Details emerge from the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash today that killed hundreds. The incident is putting Boeing and its safety record back in the spotlight. WSJ reporter Sharon Terlep joins to discuss what the crash could mean for the company. Plus, as the protests against immigration enforcement continue in Los Angeles, business owners in the city’s downtown say their sales are hurting. We hear from Journal reporter Ben Fritz about how they’ve been responding. And the House narrowly passes a $9.4 billion so-called “DOGE cuts” package that targets funding for NPR, PBS and foreign aid. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 12. A London-bound Air India passenger jet crashes in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad. Plus, Iran moves to expand its nuclear program after members of the U.N.’s atomic agency declared it had failed to comply with its nuclear nonproliferation obligations. WSJ correspondent Benoit Faucon breaks down the worsening state of U.S.-Iran tensions. And California Governor Gavin Newsom prepares to face off with the Trump administration in court over the deployment of National Guard units and Marines to the state. Luke Vargas hosts.  Check out Ben Fritz’s reporting on how L.A. business owners are faring during protests.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 11. China’s lock over rare-earth magnet exports helped bring the U.S. back to the bargaining table over trade. WSJ economic policy reporter Gavin Bade discusses how China gave the U.S. some access in the tentative deal, but kept some control, which gives it leverage in future trade negotiations. Plus, arrests grow as more cities plan demonstrations after the unrest in Los Angeles. Journal reporter Sara Nassauer explains how Home Depot became Ground Zero in President Trump’s deportation push. And U.S. consumer prices rose slightly in May, defying fears that tariffs would have driven up prices. WSJ investing columnist Spencer Jakab talks about what that means for the Fed’s meeting next week. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 11. Negotiators wrap up two days of trade talks in London. Plus, California Governor Gavin Newsom accuses President Trump of “theatrics over public safety” as protests over immigration enforcement intensify. And U.S. consumer prices are expected to have accelerated slightly in May from the previous month. WSJ market reporter Caitlin McCabe discusses what to expect in Wednesday’s inflation data. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 10. A new report out from the World Bank says that the U.S. economy this year will slow to half of its 2024 growth rate, with global economic growth slowing more modestly. WSJ economics editor Paul Hannon talks about the drivers of the slowdown, and how it may change. Plus, as markets reeled in the days after President Trump announced his “Liberation Day” tariffs, lawmakers and their families traded stocks heavily, according to a WSJ analysis. We hear from Katy Stech Ferek, who covers Congress for the Journal, about how the rules around trades like these could change in the future. And we exclusively report that U.S. government agencies tracked Elon Musk’s foreign visitors in 2022 and 2023. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 10. Protests against President Trump’s immigration policies spread beyond Los Angeles. Plus, WSJ reporter Ed Ballard breaks down a potential policy shift by the World Bank that would allow it to fund nuclear power projects across the developing world. And the CEO of Bolt, the European rival to Uber, joins us from London Tech Week to discuss how the continent can catch up in the global tech race. Luke Vargas hosts.   Check out Joanna Stern’s video wrapup of the new features announced at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 9. Roughly 500 Marines are deploying to the L.A. area in the wake of protests over immigration. Plus, dozens of companies with no previous ties to cryptocurrency are snapping up bitcoin and other tokens. WSJ reporter Vicky Ge Huang discusses their strategy, and why it might expose crypto to new risks. And a new 50% tariff on imported steel went into effect last week and is pinching the canned foods industry. We hear from Bob Tita, who covers metals and manufacturing for the Journal, about why that could end up costing consumers more. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 9. President Trump orders the National Guard to protect federal agents and property in Los Angeles as protests stretch into their third night. Plus, as U.S. and Chinese officials meet in London for trade talks the Journal’s Lingling Wei lays out the likely key negotiating points. And Apple tries to confront a growing list of problems, including its artificial-intelligence troubles, as it prepares for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

The U.S. is already scrambling to catch up with its number-one rival, China, in the race to secure critical materials. But can the Trump administration bring more mining and processing under U.S. control? WSJ senior reporter John Emont and Gracelin Baskaran, director of the Critical Mineral Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, discuss the economic and security implications of these minerals, the challenges to scaling up U.S. mining interests and the policies that might unlock both supply and demand for domestically produced critical minerals. Kate Bullivant hosts. Further Reading:  Critical Minerals Supply Risks Mount Amid China’s Grip, Export Curbs  America’s War Machine Runs on Rare-Earth Magnets. China Owns That Market.  Why the U.S. Keeps Losing to China in the Battle Over Critical Minerals  Automakers Race to Find Workaround to China’s Stranglehold on Rare-Earth Magnets  Trump Says He Discussed Trade, Rare Earths in Call With China’s Xi  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2025

How much did a fight between Elon Musk and President Trump hurt Tesla shares? And why did tariff news lift steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs? Plus, what types of shoppers are driving Dollar General’s gains? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 6. As the dust settles from the blowup between President Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, Republicans choose sides even as some are asking why one of the most consequential alliances in modern American politics had to end this way. We hear from congressional reporter Olivia Beavers and columnist and host of the Bold Names podcast Tim Higgins on how we got here and what it means. Plus, job growth slowed in May, though less than economics expected. WSJ economics reporter Justin Lahart breaks down the numbers. And the Trump administration brings back Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man wrongfully deported to El Salvador, to face criminal charges in the U.S. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 6. After a public falling out between the president and the world’s richest man, the Journal’s Damian Paletta and Caitlin McCabe break down the potential political and financial consequences of their high-stakes breakup. Plus, GOP Senators move to shore up funding for NASA programs threatened by budget cuts. And reporter Laurence Norman discusses his exclusive report that Iran is turning to China as it stocks up on materials for ballistic missiles. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 5. President Trump and Elon Musk traded barbs today as ​Trump threatened to eliminate government subsidies and contracts for Musk’s businesses, while the billionaire called the president ungrateful. Plus, the U.S. trade deficit collapsed in April, with a record drop in imports. WSJ reporter Matt Grossman discusses where tariffs fit in, and whether we can expect future data to remain at similar levels. And we exclusively report that Humana, the second-biggest Medicare insurer, has told congressional staffers that it will support moves that would curtail billing practices worth billions in extra payments to the industry. We hear from Journal reporter Christopher Weaver about why the company is making such a move, and how it could affect the broader Medicare business. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 5. President Trump is reinstating a controversial immigration policy from his first term, banning travel to the U.S. from a host of countries largely in the Middle East and North Africa. Plus, Dow Jones Newswires economics editor Paul Hannon discusses the tricky needle central bankers will need to thread as inflation concerns spike, even if that’s not yet showing up in the data. And gamers worldwide scramble to get their hands on Nintendo’s new Switch 2 console. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 4. Dollar General and Dollar Tree have reported bumper first-quarter earnings. WSJ reporter Suzanne Kapner joins to discuss what that shows about consumers, and about the state of the U.S. economy. Plus, the Congressional Budget Office estimates that President Trump’s tax-and-spending megabill would add $2.4 trillion to the U.S. deficit, as Republican senators are demanding changes that could alter its price tag. We hear from WSJ tax policy reporter Richard Rubin about how the bill might shift. And the Trump administration threatens Columbia University’s accreditation. Alex Ossola hosts. What’s News in Earnings: Retailers Scramble to Respond to Tariffs Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 4. President Trump’s tariffs on imported steel and aluminum jumped overnight, leading industry players to warn of price increases and potential shortages. Plus, Journal finance editor Alex Frangos discusses the Federal Reserve’s decision to lift its longstanding cap on Wells Fargo’s assets, imposed as punishment for a fake-accounts scandal. And American Clean Power Association CEO Jason Grumet weighs in on the debate over phasing out clean-energy tax credits that’s dividing some Senate Republicans. Luke Vargas hosts.   Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 3. As the U.S. debt grows—and with the “big, beautiful” spending bill set to push it even higher—some on Wall Street are warning that the debt level might soon be unsustainable. And, though it’s not the first time we’ve heard such warnings, WSJ investing columnist Spencer Jakab joins to discuss why this time they’re worth listening to. Plus, Elon Musk criticizes President Trump’s tax-and-spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination.” And the White House sends a $9.4 billion rescissions package to Congress codifying cuts identified by Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. WSJ reporter Jasmine Li talks about what the package includes, and the president’s broader goal behind it. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 3. The OECD is warning the U.S. and global economies are likely to face slowing growth this year and next, amid tariff-related uncertainty and the prospect of higher-for-longer inflation. Plus, chief China correspondent Lingling Wei profiles Beijing’s new trade negotiator and his mandate from Xi Jinping not to cater to Washington. And FEMA scraps its new hurricane plan as storm season kicks off. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

P.M. Edition for June 2. Taser’s boss topped the highest-paid CEOs list this year, while Elon Musk came in last at $0. But as Musk rejoins the business world after his stint in Washington, WSJ’s Theo Francis discusses how Tesla’s board could figure out how much to pay the world's richest man. Plus, the suspect in the Colorado flamethrower attack has been charged with a federal hate crime. And the Trump Organization, the family’s flagship real-estate firm, has expanded globally since the 2024 election. WSJ reporter Brenna Smith describes those projects and what they involve. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

Bonus Episode for June 2. President Trump’s tariffs plans pose an enormous challenge for U.S. retailers like Macy’s, Target and Best Buy. Some companies are working to move production out of China, others are negotiating with suppliers or even lifting prices for customers as the trade upheaval scrambles profit forecasts. Investors and analysts also want to know: As tariff turmoil ripples across the U.S. economy, are Americans still shopping? WSJ reporter Suzanne Kapner discusses what companies are saying in earnings reports and analyst calls. Hannah Erin Lang hosts this special bonus episode of What's News in Earnings, where we dig into companies’ earnings reports and analyst calls to find out what’s going on under the hood of the American economy. Boycotting Target: A WSJ Podcast Series   Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter .  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

A.M. Edition for June 2. Beijing points to recent export controls on AI chips and a crackdown on student visas in contending the U.S. broke a tariff reprieve between the two countries. Plus, Poland elects a conservative leader with ties to President Trump, breaking a streak of victories by centrists across Europe. And reporter Vicky Ge Huang joins us from a major bitcoin summit as the crypto industry shows off its newfound sway in Washington. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

Modern warfare is a contest of industrial might. China has spent decades assembling an industrial base at an unmatched scale, from shipping to advanced electronics. But although manufacturing power helped the U.S. win World War II, America now would struggle in a production battle. WSJ senior reporter Jon Emont discusses how China's economy fueled that buildup, what it means for China’s economy, and where that leaves the U.S. Alex Ossola hosts. Further Reading: America Let Its Military-Industrial Might Wither. China’s Is Booming. The Fortress That China Built for Its Battle With America Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2025

What drove Temu’s profit down? And why doesn't Nvidia seem to need China to sell? Plus, how E.l.f. Beauty’s stock got a major glow-up. Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2025

P.M. Edition for May 30. President Trump says farewell to Elon Musk as the billionaire returns to the private sector. And American consumers are feeling gloomy about the economy. WSJ reporter Chao Deng says economists chalk that up to the tariff news cycle. Plus, the Supreme Court allows the Trump administration to cancel temporary protections for about 500,000 migrants. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

A.M. Edition for May 30. Lawyers for the Justice Department and Google prepare to make closing arguments today as a judge weighs how to improve competition in online search. Plus, top U.S. officials say trade negotiations with foreign capitals remain on course, despite a court ruling that President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs were illegal. And WSJ reporter Feliz Solomon explains the situation in Gaza as a new aid distribution system backed by Israel goes into effect. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

P.M. Edition for May 29. A federal court has temporarily put on hold a ruling that voided President Trump’s tariffs. WSJ trade and economic policy reporter Gavin Bade discusses what this means for the president’s trade agenda and where the administration goes from here. Plus, Jess Bravin discusses the potential role of the Supreme Court. And Meta and Anduril are teaming up to make high-tech VR/AR headsets for the U.S. Army. WSJ technology and national security reporter Heather Somerville weighs in on why this could be an important move for Meta’s business. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025