Morning Brew Daily WSJ Reporter Free After Historic Prisoner Swap & Return of the (Apple) Mac
Aug 2, 2024
A Wall Street Journal reporter's release after a historic U.S.-Russia prisoner swap sparks discussions on diplomacy and tech market struggles. Apple faces challenges despite revenue growth while Intel and Meta navigate their own hurdles. A hedge fund billionaire stumbles with a failed IPO, highlighting investment risks. The U.S. Army seeks refunds from Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson for recruitment missteps, and athletes at the Olympics showcase unity amid commercialization concerns for upcoming games.
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WSJ's Campaign for Gershkovich
- The Wall Street Journal tirelessly campaigned for Evan Gershkovich's release from Russian detainment.
- They used social media, banners at sporting events, and kept his story in the public eye.
Prisoner Exchanges
- Freeing prisoners from hostile countries can incentivize further detentions.
- This creates a difficult balancing act for the U.S.
Gershkovich's Interview Request
- Before his release, Evan Gershkovich requested a presidential clemency from Putin.
- He also asked if Putin would be willing to sit for an interview.