Reuters World News Switzerland, National Guard, Iran and 2026 jobs outlook
Jan 1, 2026
Dan Burns, U.S. economics editor, shares insights on the 2026 job outlook, highlighting potential fiscal shifts and the impact of AI on employment. Angus McDowell, a Reuters correspondent, provides firsthand coverage of protests in Iran fueled by high inflation and economic challenges. The discussion also touches on the explosive events at a Swiss ski resort and the recent decision to withdraw the National Guard from key U.S. cities, setting the stage for a compelling examination of global and domestic issues.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Deadly Ski Resort Bar Blast
- An explosion and fire at a ski resort bar in Crans, Montana left several dead and many injured.
- Authorities closed the area and imposed a no-fly zone as the story develops.
National Guard Pullout And Legal Limits
- President Trump announced National Guard removals claiming crime fell in Chicago, LA and Portland.
- The move follows a Supreme Court ruling that undercut his legal basis for deploying troops to states.
Intelligence Undercuts Russia's Attack Claims
- U.S. intelligence and a CIA assessment found Ukraine did not try to attack Putin's residence.
- Angus McDowell and Reuters reporting suggest Russia may have been untruthful or staging a false flag amid negotiations.