Leap Day: China’s Auto Boom, Antisemitism’s Rise and No Shutdown (for now) 02/29/24
Squawk Pod29 Feb 2024

Leap Day: China’s Auto Boom, Antisemitism’s Rise and No Shutdown (for now) 02/29/24

China’s auto business is booming, with electric vehicles filling roads around the world. Phil Lebeau with a surprising report on global demand from South America. The Commerce Department will investigate national security risks from “connected autos” that have parts manufactured in China or other countries of concern. Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman describes the potential risks to Americans’ data.

The Anti-Defamation League’s Jonathan Greenblatt discusses new data that shows 24% of Americans harbor antisemitic prejudice, a number showing a concerning rise. Plus, Emily Wikins on the averted government shutdown, Oprah departs the WW board at a tough time for the weight-loss company and Wendy’s clarifies dynamic pricing.

Emily Wilkins - 02:21

Phil Lebeau - 13:49

Michael Froman - 17:19

Jonathan Greenblatt - 24:50

In this episode:

Michael Froman, @MikeFroman

Jonathan Greenblatt, @JGreenblattADL

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie


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