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Trump Sinks Government Funding Deal as Shutdown Looms
A.M. Edition for Dec. 19. Late-breaking objections by the president-elect and Elon Musk to a bipartisan spending bill raise the prospects of a government shutdown. Plus, WSJ Europe finance editor Alex Frangos discusses how global markets are processing yesterday’s Fed-fueled selloff. And the Department of Justice sues CVS Health over its alleged role in contributing to the opioid crisis. Luke Vargas hosts.
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U.S. Stocks Fall After Fed Promises Slower Rate Cuts
P.M. Edition for Dec. 18. The Federal Reserve drops interest rates by a quarter point, but signals intent to slow interest-rate cuts next year. And former students have filed a motion in a lawsuit against several elite universities, alleging that they colluded to determine students’ financial aid packages. WSJ higher education reporter Doug Belkin talks about how the suit taps into growing public frustration with the schools. Plus, reporter Richard Rubin talks about a new proposal in Congress that could cut taxes for Americans living abroad. Alex Ossola hosts.
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Honda and Nissan Explore Merger
A.M. Edition for Dec. 18. Two of Japan’s biggest automakers - Honda and Nissan - are in talks over a tie-up that could create one of the world’s largest car companies. WSJ editor Peter Landers says the historical rivals are seeking to further share development costs, amid struggles for both companies in the vital Chinese market. Plus, U.S. authorities are considering a ban on the sale of internet routers from Chinese firm TP-Link, which have been linked to cyberattacks. And hedge funds are piling into utilities stocks, banking on the energy demand that’s powering the AI boom. Luke Vargas hosts.
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Trump’s Cabinet Picks Have Conflicting Views. That’s How He Likes It
P.M. Edition for Dec. 17. President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks have a range of perspectives. Wall Street Journal senior political correspondent Molly Ball tells us what conflicts may arise as they govern. And the Fed is expected to cut interest rates tomorrow, but WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos says what happens after that is far from certain. Plus, Luigi Mangione is indicted on murder charges over the killing of UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson. Alex Ossola hosts.
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Ukraine Claims Killing of Senior Russian General in Moscow
A.M. Edition for Dec. 17. Kyiv says it was behind a high-profile assassination in the Russian capital, its latest attempt to strike targets far from the frontlines. Plus, U.S. officials warn that Turkey could be preparing for a large-scale incursion into Syria. And WSJ correspondent Brian Spegele explains how social frustrations tied to economic malaise in China are sparking alarm among leaders in Beijing. Kate Bullivant hosts.
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