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Mar 14, 2025 • 44min

A Party in Turmoil

First: Democrats are at odds over how to handle the looming government shutdown. We have new reporting from inside their tumultuous private meetings. Plus: From daytime talk show to Senate confirmation hearing right now, Dr. Memet Oz is trying to convince senators that he's done hawking dubious supplements and ready to lead the agency in charge of Medicare and Medicaid. And: Is Donald Trump in his expansionist era? We're learning his inspiration may be a little-known, 19th-century president who fought a war with Mexico to expand the United States to the Pacific Ocean.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 13, 2025 • 44min

Careening Further Into Economic Chaos

First: The president just responded to Europe's new reciprocal tariffs with new reciprocal tariffs of his own. It's all impacting your wallet. But many Republicans so far are saying no pain, no gain. Plus: The White House pulls the plug on its nominee to lead the CDC, Dr. David Weldon, who's been facing growing scrutiny over his anti-vaccine views. What about other Trump appointees with similar views? And: We have brand new reporting about Pete Buttigieg, who's decided not to run for the US Senate in 2026. That leaves the door wide open for a presidential run in 2028. Will he choose that door?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 12, 2025 • 51min

A Wave of Rejection

First: Brand new CNN polling shows Americans overwhelmingly disapprove of President Trump's tariff tug of war, while his newest salvo threatens to drive up. prices even more. And it's unleashing a worldwide trade war. Plus: As Americans' retirement funds took a nosedive, the president chose to help the richest man in the world with his bottom line by turning the White House lawn into a car dealership. And: Senate Democrats must decide whether to support what they call a "horrible" GOP spending bill, because if it doesn't get a handful of their votes, we could see the government shutdown this weekend.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 11, 2025 • 43min

Another Dip on the Trump Trade Roller Coaster

First: We're following the twists and turns as the markets react to new threats from the president to impose more tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum and cars.  Plus: Is it time to muzzle Musk? Trump's billionaire bestie seems to float the idea of cutting money from popular programs like Social Security and Medicare.  And: Five years ago today, the world began to shut down due to Covid. The aftershocks are still being felt.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 10, 2025 • 43min

An Economic Powder Keg

First: Donald Trump was elected to end inflation, but economists fear his policies could do the opposite. And even possibly trigger a recession. The president himself admits it's possible, but that it's for the country's greater good. Plus: Hostility from the Great White North, as Canada's next prime minister is warning that President Trump wants to "destroy our way of life." And: Top Democrats flood sports radio stations and podcasts. It's their new playbook to try to meet the voters where they are.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 10, 2025 • 43min

Trump Faces Headwinds After Flip-Flops Rattle Allies & Markets

First: Whipsaw. Trump injects uncertainty into a shaky economy as tensions rise over Elon Musk. Does Trump have a plan? And as Democrats flail, is Congress barreling toward a shutdown?Plus: COVID five years on. How has the pandemic reshaped politics?And: Back to the future? Democratic heavyweights test the waters as the next campaign has already begun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 7, 2025 • 50min

Another Trump Twist on Russia-Ukraine War

Exactly one week after the Oval Office slugfest that left the entire world flabbergasted, and just four days after halting all US aid to Ukraine, President Trump threatens "large-scale banking sanctions and tariffs on Russia until a ceasefire and final settlement on peace is reached."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 6, 2025 • 44min

Trump's Tariffs Roller Coaster

As we came on the air today, news was breaking on those tariffs Donald Trump slapped on Canada and Mexico. But as you'll hear, the specifics were confusing to say the least.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 5, 2025 • 44min

Full Speed Ahead

First: President Trump makes clear in his historically long speech to Congress that, from culture wars to trade wars, he's not retreating from the divisive agenda that seeks to upend American government and society. Plus: A divided Supreme Court deals the president a blow in his effort to shut down American foreign aid. And: Will "Mayor Pete" try to become "Senator Pete?"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 4, 2025 • 43min

Trump's Big Night

First: After 43 turbulent days, Donald Trump will address Congress for the first time in his second term, and he's bringing Elon Musk with him. The president will take credit for his promises kept. But what will he do about the chaos? Plus: Higher tariffs are likely to mean higher prices from everything from the cars you drive to the vegetables you eat to the shoes you wear. So how big is the economic and political risk the president is taking? And: Senate Majority Leader John Thune joins us to describe the challenges of trying to implement President Trump's legislative agenda.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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