WSJ What’s News Trump Has Been Complaining About Attorney General Pam Bondi
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Jan 12, 2026 Emily Glazer, an enterprise reporter for The Wall Street Journal, dives into the intriguing dynamics of Silicon Valley's wealthy elite. She reveals details about the 'Save California' Signal chat where billionaires exchange strategies and criticisms regarding a proposed wealth tax. Participants like Palmer Luckey and Chris Larsen express their frustrations and consider relocation options. Glazer discusses their proposed responses to the tax, including innovative financial strategies, and the broader implications for state governance.
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Trump Pressures Justice Through Public Critique
- President Trump has privately criticized Attorney General Pam Bondi as weak and ineffective in enforcing his agenda.
- Officials say his complaints fit a broader pressure campaign on the Justice Department to pursue his priorities more aggressively.
Fed Probe Raises Independence Alarm
- The Justice Department's probe of Fed Chair Jerome Powell drew bipartisan concern as an attack on Federal Reserve independence.
- Prominent former Fed chairs defended Powell and warned the investigation could hinder central-bank autonomy and nominations.
AI Momentum Fuels Alphabet's Valuation Surge
- Alphabet crossed a $4 trillion market value after momentum around its Gemini 3 AI model and partnerships like powering Apple's Siri.
- Investors are rewarding firms that appear to be pulling ahead in the AI race.