Emily Glazer

Emily Glazer, a reporter at The Wall Street Journal, dives into the intriguing shift in Silicon Valley's political loyalties. She discusses how tech titans like Elon Musk are now backing Donald Trump, challenging the traditional Democratic support. The conversation explores the impact of financial power on politics and the implications for governance as tech leaders seek deregulation in key sectors. Glazer also highlights Kamala Harris's robust ties to the tech community and the expectations for policy changes surrounding immigration and AI.

Emily Glazer, a Wall Street Journal reporter covering business and politics, and Teddy Schleifer, a New York Times campaign finance reporter, dive into Kamala Harris’s historic fundraising success, raising $126 million in just over 48 hours. They explore her connections with Silicon Valley tech leaders and Hollywood celebrities that boosted donations after Biden's withdrawal. The discussion also touches on the remaining funds from the Biden campaign and the implications of a Trump campaign complaint. It’s a fascinating look at the power of money in politics!

In this episode, Wall Street Journal reporter Emily Glazer explores Elon Musk's audacious challenge to NASA's moon missions. With Musk pushing for Mars instead, tensions rise as insiders criticize his disruptive influence. Glazer examines the ripple effects on major contractors like SpaceX and Blue Origin while highlighting Congress's struggle to regulate the evolving space industry. The conversation also touches on Musk's vision for colonizing Mars and the implications for social equity and environmental challenges on Earth.