Squawk Pod Kevin Warsh, Gov. Wes Moore, & Exxon’s Darren Woods 1/30/26
Jan 30, 2026
Darren Woods, ExxonMobil CEO, on production gains, costs, Venezuela and the oil market. Wes Moore, Maryland governor and former nonprofit leader, on affordability, housing supply, wages and targeted taxes. They discuss energy, inflation, labor trends, pragmatic policy and how markets and government choices shape outcomes.
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Boost Housing And Energy Supply
- Increase housing inventory to lower costs and improve affordability.
- Invest in diverse energy sources, including nuclear and solar, to reduce household energy bills.
Affordability Is Multi‑Dimensional
- Affordability ties together pathways for work, wages, and wealth rather than single policy fixes.
- Real wages are rising but not fast enough relative to prices, producing persistent pinch for many.
Targeted Tax Reforms For Investment
- Use targeted tax reforms to protect the middle class while asking higher earners to contribute more.
- Deploy revenue to fund schools, law enforcement, and focused investments that show results.
