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Silicon Valley support is growing for Donald Trump; Marc Andreessen, Ben Horowitz, Peter Thiel, and Elon Musk have each endorsed the Republican nominee, and The Information founder Jessica Lessin says, it might be part of a more widespread shift in tech. Plus, former President Trump is floating ideas for possible cabinet members (like Jamie Dimon for Treasury Secretary), and he’s weighing the risk of dismissing Fed Chair Jay Powell before the end of Powell’s term. One of Powell’s former colleagues, former Boston Fed President Eric Rosengren, discusses the difference between both candidates’ rhetoric and policy, as well as what it means for monetary policy. Plus, President Biden is weighing a Supreme Court overhaul, Elon Musk is moving SpaceX HQ to Texas, and Spirit Airlines is under pressure. Jessica Lessin - 16:37Eric Rosengren - 27:24 In this episode:Jessica Lessin, @JessicalessinBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

17 Heinä 202433min

Republican Nominee Donald Trump has named his pick for VP: Ohio Senator JD Vance. It’s a pivotal choice for the GOP, reports CNBC’s Eamon Javers, who is in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention. Vance represents a new era for the conservative party, one of populist economics. Oren Cass, executive director of populist thinktank American Compass, is one of the movement’s leaders; Cass explains his conservative economics and the symbolism of JD Vance on the 2024 Republican ticket. Venture capitalist Bradley Tusk explains how populism plays out on social media, as well as the role of internet rhetoric in today’s political climate. Plus, Elon Musk has made an endorsement–but Teamsters has not. And Fed Chair Jay Powell is still aiming for a 2% inflation rate, but it’s complicated.  Eamon Javers - 13:53Oren Cass - 16:46Bradley Tusk - 24:55 In this episode:Oren Cass, @oren_cassEamon Javers, @eamonjaversBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

16 Heinä 202430min

The GOP kicks off the Republican National Convention today in Milwaukee, days after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. CNBC’s Eamon Javers reports on the security at the RNC and the latest information on the 20-year-old gunman. Republican Pennsylvania Senate Candidate David McCormick was in the front row of the Butler, PA campaign rally; he recounts the confused moments of the shooting and highlights America’s polarized political rhetoric as a factor in the violence. On both sides of the aisle, lawmakers are calling for civility and peace in a highly charged political environment. After President Biden’s Oval Office address, Biden Campaign co-chair Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) condemns violence and hostile speech. Eamon Javers - 2:11David McCormick - 13:29Sen. Chris Coons - 29:51 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @eamonjaversDavid McCormick, @DaveMcCormickPAChris Coons, @ChrisCoonsBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

15 Heinä 202438min

If inflation numbers are improving, the Federal Reserve should be ready to cut interest rates–maybe. Wall Street Journal Chief Economics Correspondent Nick Timiraos, known as the ‘Fed whisperer,’ explains the Fed’s rate cut calculus, including inflation metrics and changes in the labor market. CNBC’s Megan Cassella reports on Capitol Hill’s reaction to President Biden’s rare, unscripted press conference, and EU regulators are taking aim at Elon Musk’s X platform. Plus, the Paris Olympics are just weeks away! Washington University in St. Louis Sports Business Director Patrick Rishe says Americans are ready to bet on everything, from gymnastics to basketball.  Megan Cassella - 7:37Nick Timiraos - 15:20Patrick Rishe - 25:15 In this episode:Nick Timiraos, @NickTimiraos Megan Cassella, @mmcassellaMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

12 Heinä 202429min

Inflation slowed in June! The Labor Department released its monthly consumer price index, a measure of costs of goods and services and a key metric for the Federal Reserve. Two economists, Wendy Edelberg of Brookings and Joe Lavorgna of SMBC Nikko Securities America, discuss what the better-than-expected numbers mean for the Fed’s next interest rate cut. Head of Bank of America Institute Liz Everett Krisberg shares Bank of America’s latest consumer checkpoint, which reveals a softening in credit card spending. Plus, it’s a pivotal week for Democrats, whether they’re supporting President Biden’s bid for a second term, or not. Consistent backer Senator John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) discusses division in his party, as well as the Biden 2024 campaign. Plus, Apple reached a deal with EU regulators on its mobile payments network, and North American demand for Pepsi products has slowed down.  Sen. John Fetterman - 15:41Liz Everett Krisberg - 28:25Wendy Edelberg & Joe Lavorgna - 35:43 In this episode:Sen. John Fetterman, @SenFettermanPAKelly Evans, @KellyCNBCJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11 Heinä 202436min

In the AI arms race, some tech giants are teaming up: OpenAI is training on servers that Microsoft rents from Oracle, but Elon Musk is going at it alone. Founder and editor-in-chief of The Information Jessica Lessin explains the strange bedfellows in AI. CNBC’s Emily Wilkins reports on the latest fault lines in the Democratic Party, and Politico’s Politics Bureau Chief Jonathan Martin discusses the many variables deciding President Biden’s next step in the 2024 race. Plus, Amazon is out with its latest processor, venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is angling for more AI deals, and CNBC’s Sharon Epperson explains how retirement planning differs between Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z.  Jonathan Martin - 22:16Jessica Lessin - 30:47 In this episode:Jonathan Martin, @jmartJessica Lessin, @JessicalessinEmily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

10 Heinä 202435min

Senator Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) is in the running for Donald Trump’s VP; he discusses the 2024 Presidential race and the GOP’s strategy while Democrats and President Biden stay in mainstream headlines. In DC, CNBC’s Emily Wilkins reports on the ongoing debates within the Democratic Party. After Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas, millions were without power and three had died. Plus, Athletic Brewing is the top non-alcoholic beer in the country. Co-founder and CEO Bill Shufelt explains the cultural wave of sober-curious drinkers.  Sen. Tim Scott 15:11Bill Shufelt 27:15 In this episode: Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsTim Scott, @SenatorTimScottMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

9 Heinä 202433min

It’s a pivotal week for President Joe Biden, as calls for him to step aside mount within the Democratic Party. Biden says he will not back down, and Axios’s Mike Allen says, the lawmaker conversations behind closed doors are more drastic than those making the headlines. After two deadly crashes and multiple quality control issues, Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge that makes the aerospace giant a felon. Paramount Global and Skydance will merge–unless Paramount can find another suitor in the next 45 days, and CNBC’s Steve Kovach explains the EU’s regulatory agenda for big tech. Plus, shares of Corning Glass are soaring. In a rare interview, CEO Wendell Weeks explains how a 173-year-old glass company went from making light bulbs to riding the AI and cloud computing wave.  Mike Allen - 14:46Wendell Weeks - 26:18 In this episode:Mike Allen, @mikeallenBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 Heinä 202430min