
Becca Wasser
Bloomberg Economics defense lead with expertise in military posture and war-gaming, explaining the U.S. force posture and possible strike options.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 15min
What’s Trump’s Venezuela Endgame?
Nick Wadhams, a Bloomberg national security reporter, and Becca Wasser, defense lead at Bloomberg Economics, dive into the escalating U.S. military actions off Venezuela's coast. They analyze the Trump administration's rationale for targeting narco-traffickers, questioning the legitimacy of these claims. Wadhams discusses the implications for Maduro's regime, while Wasser outlines military options, from covert operations to airpower strikes. Together, they explore how Venezuela's oil wealth complicates U.S. strategy, creating a tense geopolitical scenario.

Sep 25, 2025 • 35min
Europeans Privately Tell Russia They’re Ready to Shoot Down Jets
This discussion features Becca Wasser, a defense expert focused on NATO strategies, who shares insights on potential responses to Russian airspace violations. Cristiano Amon, Qualcomm's CEO, reveals breakthroughs in AI-capable PCs and the company's strategy amidst competition with Apple and Intel. Meanwhile, Rob O'Hare, CFO of Affirm, highlights the robust health of consumer credit, stable delinquencies, and promising growth outlooks for the company. The conversation captures the intersection of defense, technology, and consumer finance in today's market.


