President Biden used his State of the Union address to push for re-election and criticize Donald J. Trump. The speech highlighted the election as a battle between democracy and extremism. Biden discussed defending democracy, reproductive rights, economic progress, corporate greed, tax policies, immigration, border security, and the Israel-Hamas conflict. The analysis focuses on the impact of Biden's speech on public opinion and contrasts his approach with Trump's divisive rhetoric.

In this discussion with Jim Tankersley, an economic policy reporter for The New York Times, Trump and Harris's contrasting economic strategies take center stage. They explore government intervention vs. competition in tackling inflation and food prices. Tankersley critiques Harris's price-gouging plan and discusses Trump's tariffs, examining their impacts on income inequality. The conversation also highlights housing affordability, proposing solutions like incentives for new development and child tax credits to support families navigating rising costs.

A few days ago, the Biden administration released a report warning that a warming planet posed severe economic challenges for the United States, which would require the federal government to reassess its spending priorities and how it influenced behavior.White House reporter Jim Tankersley explains why getting the government to encourage the right decisions will be so difficult.Guest: Jim Tankersley, a White House correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: A chapter in the new Economic Report of the President focuses on the growing risks to people and businesses from rising temperatures.In theory, funding the government takes place in two major stages. But it’s a fraught and complicated process. Here’s a step-by-step guide.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

White House correspondent Jim Tankersley discusses the positive economic data in the US under President Biden's tenure, exploring his policies, their impact on the economy, and the challenges of Bidenomics. The chapter also mentions the Department of Labor's report on job growth, approval of the first postpartum depression pill, and the retirement of Megan Rapinoe.

Jim Tankersley, an economic policy reporter at The New York Times, discusses how President Biden has adopted and intensified Trump's trade war with China. Topics include Biden's tough stance on China, possible tariff increases on electric vehicles, and the continuation of anti-China policies in the clean energy sector.

Jim Tankersley, economic policy correspondent for The New York Times, explores the impact of President Biden's climate bill on the production and sale of electric vehicles in America. The podcast discusses the success of the law in increasing the production of electric cars and trucks, as well as the incentives and investments in the US to develop a robust electric vehicle manufacturing system.

Jim Tankersley from The New York Times discusses President Biden's unexpected tax cuts despite promises to raise taxes. The episode explores the complexities of tax policies, challenges in Congress, and the impact on different income groups. Tankersley sheds light on Biden's efforts to create a fair tax code and the upcoming tax fight in Washington.

In the past decade or more, votes over increasing the U.S. debt ceiling have increasingly been used as a political tool. That has led to intense showdowns in 2011, 2013 and, now, 2023. This year, both sides of the argument are dug in and Republicans appear more willing to go over the cliff than in the past. What does this year’s showdown look like and how, exactly, did the United States’ debt balloon to $31 trillion?Guest: Jim Tankersley, a White House correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: Two decades of tax cuts, recession responses and bipartisan spending fueled more borrowing has set the stage for another federal showdown over the debt limit.Last week, America hit its debt limit. Here’s what to know. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

White House correspondent Jim Tankersley discusses Biden's crackdown on hidden fees in industries like airlines and hotels to protect consumers. The administration's strategy to combat inflation through transparency and fairness is highlighted, despite pushback from corporations. The podcast also explores the challenges Biden faces in convincing the public of the effectiveness of his fee elimination efforts.

Top White House officials and Republican lawmakers are racing to reach an agreement as the date when the United States is projected to default on its debt approaches.Jim Tankersley, who covers the White House for The New York Times, looks at the state of the negotiations and explains what it will take to win over enough votes in Congress to avoid an economic disaster.Guest: Jim Tankersley, a White House correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: The details have not been finalized, but the deal taking shape would allow Republicans to point to spending reductions and Democrats to say they had prevented large cuts.The longer it takes to reach an agreement, the more turmoil there could be for the United States and the global economy. Here’s what to know.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.