
Balance of Power
Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill. Watch us LIVE on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 53min
Harris' Momentum Continues in Polls
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget Senior Vice President Marc Goldwein as Kamala Harris floats a plan to not tax tips for service workers. Democratic Strategist Kevin Walling as President Joe Biden tells CBS that running for a second term would've been a distraction to down-ballot Democrats. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about new swing-state polling that shows Kamala Harris in front of Donald Trump in a few races. Bloomberg US National Security Team Lead Nick Wadhams about the latest developments from the Middle East. Host of Bloomberg's Odd Lots podcast Joe Weisenthal about questions of Federal Reserve independence raised by both presidential candidates. Center for Strategic and International Studies Senior Fellow Natasha Hall about negotiations for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 2024 • 41min
Swing-State Economies Shaping the Election
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Senior Writer Shawn Donnan about swing-state economies and how it's shaping the 2024 presidential election. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Republican Strategist Maura Gillespie about how Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will focus their economic messaging on the campaign trail. Bloomberg White House and Politics Reporter Gregory Korte about planned campaign stops for Trump and Harris Friday. Democratic Congressman Glenn Ivey of Maryland about the enthusiasm for the Harris campaign and the Senate race in his state. Professor at the University of Virginia's Miller Center Mara Rudman about the latest developments from the Middle East. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 8, 2024 • 56min
Trump and Harris Agree to Debate
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg National Security Reporter Courtney McBride about Ukraine troops' incursion into Russian territory. Sabato's Crystal Ball Managing Director Kyle Kondik about their new race ratings for the presidential election. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about JD Vance's comments about Tim Walz's military service. Bloomberg Politics Editor Laura Davison ahead of Donald Trump's press conference Thursday afternoon at Mar-a-Lago. Ipsos US Public Affairs President Cliff Young about new swing state polling. University of Arizona Professor Samar Klar about how the presidential race is shaping up in the Sun Belt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 7, 2024 • 58min
Harris-Walz Ticket Hits the Road
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Former Republican Congressman Charlie Dent of Pennsylvania about Kamala Harris choosing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro for her running-mate. Former RNC Communications Director Lisa Camooso Miller about how Republicans will shape their messaging around the Harris-Walz ticket. Bloomberg's Hadriana Lowenkron about Harris' rally in Philadelphia Tuesday night with Walz. Founder of The Cook Political Report Charlie Cook about the state of the race now that both tickets are set. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and Democratic Strategist Jonae Wartel as Donald Trump says he'll debate Harris prior to the November election. Harvard Law School Professor Sharon Block about how labor will shape the presidential race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 6, 2024 • 59min
Harris Selects Minnesota's Walz for Vice President
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg White House and Politics Reporter Gregory Korte as Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running-mate. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the state of the White House race now that both tickets are set. Beacon Global Strategies Managing Director Michael Allen as Hezbollah vows to respond to Israel's attacks in Beirut from last week. Emory University Associate Professor of Political Science Andra Gillespie about what Walz brings to the Harris campaign. Third Way Executive Vice President Matt Bennett about the next steps on the campaign trail for the Harris-Walz ticket. Corcoran Street Group Founder and President Brad Howard about the shape of the messaging from Democrats following the VP pick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 5, 2024 • 49min
Stocks Hit Amid US Economic Growth Concerns
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Arbroath Group Managing Director Christopher Smart about the concerns of US economic slowdown. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about Kamala Harris' vice president pick expected to come soon. Host of "Masters in Business" on Bloomberg Radio and Chairman & CIO of Ritholtz Wealth Management Barry Ritholtz about the market reaction to the latest economic data. Political Scientist Dr. Lara Brown about Harris' VP shortlist and the latest developments from Donald Trump's campaign. Former Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney about Trump's attacks on Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 2024 • 40min
Harris Vice President Decision Nears
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg's Michael McKee and Jess Menton about the latest US jobs report and the subsequent market reaction. US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra about the agency's regulatory efforts. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino after Donald Trump said he will not debate Kamala Harris. Bloomberg Economics Chief US Economist Anna Wong about how the latest economic data will impact the Federal Reserve's next rate decision. ROKK Solutions Partner and Democratic Strategist Kristen Hawn about Harris' vice president shortlist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 1, 2024 • 51min
US, Russia Agree to Prisoner Exchange
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Global Situation Room President Brett Bruen as Russia agrees to release Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich as part of a prisoner exchange with the United States. Jill and Jay Bernstein Senior Fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy Michael Knights about tensions in the Middle East. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the prisoner exchange and the role of President Joe Biden in negotiations. Democratic Congresswoman Gwen Moore of Wisconsin following Donald Trump's remarks about Kamala Harris' black identity at a NABJ conference in Chicago. Stimson Center Senior Fellow Kelly Grieco about the delivery of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 31, 2024 • 42min
Harris Gains Ground in New Poll, Hamas Political Leader Killed
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Morning Consult US Politics Analyst Eli Yokley about the latest Bloomberg News/Morning Consult swing state poll. Atlantic Council Senior Fellow in the Middle East Programs Holly Dagres about the strike in Tehran killing Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh. Bloomberg Washington Senior Editor Wendy Benjaminson about Kamala Harris closing the gap against Donald Trump in the latest swing state poll. Arc Initiatives Partner Jonae Wartel and Claffey Communications Partner Lauren Tomlinson about the changing landscape of the White House race. Groundwork Collaborative Executive Director Lindsay Owens ahead of the latest Federal Reserve rate decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 31, 2024 • 6min
Instant Reaction: Hamas Leader Assassinated in Iran
Hamas says Israel killed its political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, in an airstrike on Iran’s capital, putting the Middle East even further on edge. Bloomberg's Nathan Hager and Joumanna Bercetche break down the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.