Podcast appearances and mentions of david gura

Trump slams initial Defense Dept. intelligence saying U.S. strikes did little to set back Iran's nuclear program and announces a meeting with Iranian officials next week. Then, a top DOJ official and Trump ally testifies in Congress following a whistleblower's accusation that he suggested ignoring court orders in favor of carrying out the administration's deportation campaign. Plus, watchdog organization Media Matters sues the FTC, claiming its waging a “campaign of retribution” against the group on behalf of the Trump and Elon Musk. Nayyera Haq, David Gura, Stuart Stevens and David Litt join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.

President Trump was in Canada this week for the Group of Seven summit. But after dinner on Monday night, Trump left early, citing the conflict in the Middle East. On today’s Big Take podcast, host David Gura speaks with Bloomberg’s Nick Wadhams in Calgary to unpack what Trump’s move could mean for Ukraine, the Middle East, trade — and for G-7 summits going forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump says his decision on who will succeed Fed Chair Jerome Powell “is coming out very soon.” And according to new reporting from Bloomberg’s Nancy Cook and Saleha Mohsin, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is a contender for the job. On today’s Big Take podcast, Nancy and Saleha join host David Gura to discuss the president’s Apprentice-style approach to selecting a Fed Chair, what he wants in Powell’s replacement and how that might impact Fed independence. Read more: Bessent Emerging as a Contender to Succeed Fed’s PowellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump administration mobilizes hundreds of marines in response to protests in Los Angeles over immigration raids. Then, detention facilities are stretched to maximum capacity as ICE raids continue. Plus, trade negotiations between the U.S. and China are underway. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, David Drucker, Ankush Khardori, David Gura, Brooke Masters, Shannon Heffernan and Jon Meacham join The 11th Hour this Monday.

Today on the Big Take, Bloomberg national immigration reporter Alicia Caldwell joins host David Gura from Los Angeles to discuss the protests over ICE immigration raids, the clash between California and the federal government and how this fight could play out in other cities and in the courts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the Big Take, Bloomberg national immigration reporter Alicia Caldwell joins host David Gura from Los Angeles to discuss the protests over ICE immigration raids, the clash between California and the federal government and how this fight could play out in other cities and in the courts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Poland’s election of a Trump-backed conservative nationalist president early this week is part of a larger shift to the right across the European continent: Much like in the US, conservative, nationalist and right-wing parties are gaining traction. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg’s Rodney Jefferson and David Gura discuss the growing cultural divide behind Europe’s rising conservative movements and what their growth could mean for migration, climate policy and the future of the EU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Poland’s election of a Trump-backed conservative nationalist president early this week is part of a larger shift to the right across the European continent: Much like in the US, conservative, nationalist and right-wing parties are gaining traction. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg’s Rodney Jefferson and David Gura discuss the growing cultural divide behind Europe’s rising conservative movements and what their growth could mean for migration, climate policy and the future of the EU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan Osnos, author and New Yorker staff writer, discusses his new book "The Haves and Have-Yachts." The New York Times bestseller breaks down how the ultra-rich hold more of America's wealth now than they ever did, and how a world of superyachts, luxury bunkers and political donations are ushering in a new Gilded Age with staggering disparities of wealth and power. He speaks with Bloomberg's Tom Keene and David Gura.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marriott International President and CEO Anthony Capuano discusses how consumers are approaching business and leisure travel in the US. He is joined by Bloomberg's Tom Keene and David Gura.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicolle Wallace on Trump doubling down on tariffs despite pushback, benefits for law firms who stood up to intimidation from the White House, and Ukraine's large scale attack on Russian airbases.Joined by: David Gura, Justin Wolfers, Sarah Longwell, Mitch Landrieu, Marc Elias, Mike Schmidt, Ryan Reilly, John Brennan, Claire McCaskill and Amb. Michael McFaul.

A federal court struck down Trump's reciprocal tariff policy - what that could mean for the global economy. Then, Elon Musk formally leaves his role in the Trump administration. And, the White House's latest embrace of the crypto industry at the Vegas Bitcoin Conference. David Gura, Max Rose, and Molly Jong-Fast join The 11th Hour this Wednesday.   

For decades, General Electric — the conglomerate known for making everything from trains to microwaves — was also known for churning out executives. Time spent at the company’s Crotonville campus was seen as the gold standard for leadership training in Corporate America. But as GE has lost its luster, a new CEO pipeline has emerged.On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg work and management reporter Matt Boyle joins host David Gura to share what he’s discovered about where tomorrow's CEOs are learning to lead — and what it means for global business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump administration has ramped up its attacks on Harvard University — threatening its tax-exempt status, federal funding and its ability to enroll international students. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg’s Brooke Sutherland and Francesca Maglione join host David Gura to unpack the latest developments and how they could ripple beyond the bounds of Harvard’s campus. Read more: Here Are the Many Ways Trump Is Attacking HarvardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The trade war between the US and China is on pause, with both sides hoping to agree on a new trade deal by early August. But questions remain about how realistic that timetable could be, given the challenges facing the world’s two largest economies, who both collaborate and compete with one another. On today’s Big Take podcast, Former US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns joins host David Gura to discuss the trade war, the challenges facing his successor and what he’s telling foreign policy students who are worried about the future of diplomacy. “We’ve gotta steel ourselves for the next decade or two to a historic competition with China. And China right now is stronger.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street reacts to Trump's budget bill that could add trillions to the deficit. Then, a look at what Moody's credit downgrade means for Americans. And, Democrats hit reboot ahead of next year's midterms. Peter Baker, Tyler Pager, David Drucker, Natasha Sarin, David Gura, Charlie Sykes, Molly Jong-Fast, and Dr. Kavita Patel join The 11th Hour this Monday. 

Nicolle Wallace on Trump sparring with Walmart after tariff price hike warnings and Former FBI Director James Comey speaks out after being questioned by the Secret Service over a social media post.Joined by: Charlotte Howard, David Gura, Claire McCaskill, Fmr. FBI Director James Comey, Julian Barnes, Ben Rhodes, Amb. William Taylor, and Chasten Buttigieg.

President Trump is wrapping a whirlwind trip to the Middle East — complete with a flurry of proposed investment deals , controversial gifts and a major shift in US-Syria policy. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg’s Joumanna Bercetche joins host David Gura to unpack the biggest headlines from the president’s tour of the Persian Gulf and discuss what they tell us about his larger plans for the region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asian stocks traded in narrow ranges early Wednesday after US benchmarks wiped out their 2025 losses on signs the global trade war is cooling and after US inflation climbed less than forecast. Equities were mixed in Japan while they crept lower in Australia. US contracts were little changed after chipmakers led Tuesday's rally on Wall Street, following news Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices will supply semiconductors to Saudi Arabian firm Humain for a data-center project. We get a look at the market landscape with Todd Walsh, CEO and Chief Technical Analyst at Alpha Cubed Investments. Plus - former US Ambassador to China Nick Burns warns that the US-China trade war has effectively become a trade embargo, driven by extreme tariffs and deepening strategic rivalry. Burns stresses that the worlds two largest global economies must strike a deal within 90 days to prevent long-term economic decoupling. He speaks with Bloomberg's David Gura.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicolle Wallace discusses Donald Trump's first major international trip to Saudi Arabia while he faces scrutiny from all sides over his administration's plan to accept a luxury jet from Qatar to be used as Air Force One, his deal with China on tariffs, the growing backlash over his extreme immigration policies, his hostile takeover of the Library of Congress, and more.Joined by: Senator Chris Murphy, Sam Stein, Luke Broadwater, David Gura, Daniel Schuman, Rep. Joseph Morelle, Lee Gelernt, Matt Dowd, Charlie Sykes, and Pablo Torre.

Former US Ambassador to China Nick Burns warns that the US-China trade war has effectively become a trade embargo, driven by extreme tariffs and deepening strategic rivalry. Burns stresses that the worlds two largest global economies must strike a deal within 90 days to prevent long-term economic decoupling. He is joined by Bloomberg's David Gura.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a stunning turn of events, the US and China announced a dramatic reduction in tariffs, which President Trump portrayed as a “total reset” with China. Stocks rose following the news, but what lies ahead once the 90-day reprieve expires remains uncertain. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg Treasury reporter Dan Flatley joins host David Gura to discuss the major takeaways from these latest negotiations and what they could mean for the world’s two largest economies. Read more: ‘Buy America’ Sweeps Across Global Markets After Trade Talks China Tariff Relief Spurs Shipping Rush, U-Turn on Price Hikes Nasdaq 100 Enters Bull Market After US-China Truce: Markets Wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White House celebrates a "big deal" with the U.S. that turns out to be a framework with few details. Then, Trump names former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as a top DC federal prosecutor after being forced to withdraw his first choice. And, the conclave elects the first US-born Pope, Leo XIV. Peter Baker, Charlie Sykes, David Gura, Bill Cohan, Chris Jansing, Joe Donnelly, Joyce Vance, Ben Jealous, and Ryan Busse join the 11th Hour this Thursday night.

Nicolle Wallace discusses the meeting between new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney amid Donald Trump's escalating trade wars, the impact that's already having on U.S. ports, new reporting on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and more. Joined by: David Gura, Derek Thompson, Susanne Craig, Tim Miller, Andrew Weissmann, Alex Ward, retired Brigadier General Steve Anderson, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and Executive Director of the port of Los Angeles Gene Seroka.

Senator Chuck Schumer, a Democrat from New York, says job cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency have hurt the Federal Aviation Administration. He says the Trump administration and Department of Transportation are causing chaos at airports across the country. Schumer spoke to Bloomberg's David Gura and Julie Fine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicolle Wallace on companies warning of higher prices due to Trump's tariffs, his intensifying threats to revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status, and Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's rebuke of the dangerous rhetoric attempting to intimidate judges nationwide. Joined by: David Gura, Michele Norris, Angelo Carusone, Mike Schmidt, Basil Smikle, Anne Applebaum, Kristy Greenberg, Rev. Al Sharpton, and Devlin Barrett.

Alicia Menendez – in for Nicolle Wallace – discusses the 100 day mark in President Donald Trump's second term as he loses ground with voters on the economy, the shocking results of the Canadian election that became a referendum on America, the continued attacks on federal workers by the Trump administration, and much more.   Joined by: Senator Mark Kelly, Jacob Soboroff, Ashley Parker, David Gura, Charlie Sykes, Richard Madan, Alanah Odoms, Jasmine Garsd, Angelo Carusone, Tim Miller, Mary McCord, and Stacey Young. 

President Trump will celebrate 100 days back in office this week. The milestone comes amid a US-China trade war, ongoing conflict overseas and high-stakes battles over the future of higher education.On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg’s Josh Wingrove joins host David Gura to take stock of how Trump has used the last three months to reshape everything from global trade and immigration to the American presidency — and what they reveal about the road ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicolle Wallace on the political price of Trump's handling of the U.S. economy, the Trump family's increased efforts to profit from cryptocurrency, and dire circumstances in Ukraine as the Trump administration attempts to secure a peace deal.  Joined by: Robert Armstrong, Sarah Longwell, David Gura, David Yaffe-Bellany, Amb. Michael McFaul, Ben Rhodes, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Kevin Baron, and Harry Litman.

Nicolle Wallace on Trump and Musk's continued gutting of the State Department and USAID amid low approval ratings, Trump's softened tone on China tariffs and Fed Chair Jerome Powell, and the White House's repeated resistance to comply with court orders.Joined by: Michael Crowley, Andrew Natsios, David Graham, David Gura, Tim Miller, Rep. Dan Goldman, Marc Elias, Ryan Reilly, and the hosts of MSNBC's new show “The Weeknight” Alicia Menendez, Michael Steele, and Symone Sanders Townsend.

Markets climb after the Treasury Secretary predicts a de-escalation in the trade war with China. Plus, the White House stands behind Pete Hegseth as he defends sharing military information in Signal group chats. And, how Project 2025 is shaping Trump administration policy. David Gura, Dan Nathan, Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Carol Leonnig, and David Graham join The 11th Hour this Tuesday. 

President Trump’s attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell just keep coming. Today on the Big Take, Bloomberg’s Michael McKee and Saleha Mohsin join Sarah Holder and David Gura to ask: Can the president actually fire Powell? And what impact could his ongoing threats have on the US dollar and global financial markets? Read more: Markets Are Discovering the Real Trump Trade Is ‘Sell America’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the trade war between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping continues to escalate, economists around the world are asking who will blink first. On this episode of the Big Take podcast, Bloomberg’s John Liu and Jennifer Welch join host David Gura to discuss what it will take for both presidents to come to the negotiating table, how the current state of China’s economy impacts its positioning in the trade war and why hardball tactics are unlikely to work this time around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the trade war between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping continues to escalate, economists around the world are asking who will blink first. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg’s John Liu and Jennifer Welch join host David Gura to discuss what it will take for both presidents to come to the negotiating table, how the current state of China’s economy impacts its positioning in the trade war and why hardball tactics are unlikely to work this time around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street is on edge hours before Trump's newest round of tariffs is set to go in effect. And, a look at the strategy behind Trump's economic policy and the White House's plans to pass tax cuts by the summer. Plus, a conversation with author Michael Lewis on the importance of federal workers who are now being targeted by DOGE. Jeff Mason, Gillian Tett, David Gura, and Michael Lewis join the 11th Hour this Tuesday. 

Nicolle Wallace on the continued economic crisis created by Trump's sweeping tariffs, the many forms of his revenge politics, and rising national security fears as the Trump administration weakens U.S. cyberdefenses.Joined by: Stephanie Ruhle, David Gura, Michael Lewis, Mike Schmidt, Andrew Weissmann, Eddie Glaude, Amy McGrath, and Denver Riggleman.

Trump announced the steepest American tariffs in more than a century, with a 10% tariff on all exporters to the US and even higher duties on some 60 nations. China now faces a tariff well above 50% on many goods. On today’s Big Take, Bloomberg reporter Josh Wingrove joins host David Gura to discuss Trump’s “huge” announcement, and how it will reshape global trade. Read more: Trump Tariffs Everyone, With Rate on China Set to Soar Above 50%Further listening: The World Is Paying for Trump’s China Tariffs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump announced the steepest American tariffs in more than a century, with a 10% tariff on all exporters to the US and even higher duties on some 60 nations. China now faces a tariff well above 50% on many goods. On today’s Big Take, Bloomberg reporter Josh Wingrove joins host David Gura to discuss Trump’s “huge” announcement, and how it will reshape global trade. Read more: Trump Tariffs Everyone, With Rate on China Set to Soar Above 50%Further listening: The World Is Paying for Trump’s China Tariffs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicolle Wallace on Trump's unveiling of expansive new tariffs, including a universal 10% tariff on all imports, and the renewed energy in the democratic base following Senator Cory Booker's record-breaking speech.Joined by Matt Dowd, Claire McCaskill, Rev. Al Sharpton, David Gura, Vaughn Hillyard, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Everett Kelley, Basil Smikle, Mini Timmaraju, Andrew Weissmann, and Graydon Carter.

On the first major election since Trump returned to the WH, Republicans held onto two key House seats in Florida, while Democrats took a crucial seat on the Wisconsin state supreme court. Plus, uncertainty grows less than 24 hours away from a new round of Trump tariffs. And, Cory Brooker breaks the record for the longest Senate floor speech with his anti-Trump protest. Jeff Mason, David Gura, Charlie Sykes, Peter Goodman, Carlos Curbelo, and Barbara McQuade join The 11th Hour this Tuesday, 

The Trump administration is targeting higher education. Colleges and universities across the United States are faced with the threat of funding freezes over their handling of free speech, anti-semitism and transgender issues, among other topics, on campus. Princeton University President Christopher Eisgruber joins host David Gura to discuss the newly announced freeze on some federal grants, the role of academic research, Princeton’s commitment to free speech and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Elizabeth Warren, a Democrat from Massachusetts, talks to Bloomberg's David Gura about a journalist being added to a Signal app chat with top US leaders, DOGE and Elon Musk, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission and the top priorities for Democrats. They speak in Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump's tariffs on China are causing a lot of pain around the world. Products that would've gone to the US are now pouring into other countries, leading to factory closures and layoffs. And this is likely to increase after April 2, when President Trump has promised to put in place a new set of tariffs. On today’s episode of the Big Take, Katia Dmitrieva joins David Gura to talk about the collateral damage from Trump’s trade war with China. Read more: A New ‘China Shock’ Is Destroying Jobs Around the WorldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicolle Wallace on the Trump tariff plans sowing chaos in the global economy and the Pentagon removing webpages on war heroes.Joined by: Anthony Scaramucci, David Jolly, David Gura, Kristy Greenberg, Rep. Madeleine Dean, Alex Isenstadt, Amy McGrath, Basil Smikle, Mara Gay, Evelyn Farkas, Ben Rhodes, and Marc Elias.

Nicolle Wallace discusses the phone call between President Trump and Putin, growing fears from economists over a possible impending recession, the DOGE takeover of the U.S. Institute of Peace, protesting federal employees who – despite a court ordered return – are now being placed on “administrative leave,” Trump's escalating threat on the rule of law, and the rare pushback he got from Supreme Court Justice John Robert – AND live coverage of the NASA astronauts splashing down to earth after more than nine months in space. Joined by: Michael Crowley, Charlie Sykes, John Brennan, David Gura, Liam Scott, Andrew Weissmann, Tim Miller, Jacob Soboroff, Judge Esther Salas, and Chris Sembroski.

A federal judge confronted an attorney from the DOJ for refusing to answer his questions about the Trump administration's deportations as questions swirl around whether the administration openly defied the court. Plus, we ask Stuart Stevens if there are any checks left on the President as the White House continues to brush aside court orders. And, a new NBC poll shows voters are unhappy with Trump's handling of the economy. Luke Broadwater, Susan Glasser, David Drucker, Charles Coleman, David Gura, Anthony Scaramucci, Stuart Stevens, Ezra Klein, and Derek Thompson join The 11th Hour this Monday. 

Nicolle Wallace on how Trump's economic troubles have put Republicans on the defensive, the EPA's move to roll back key environmental regulations, and the Trump administration's systemic undermining of the justice system. Joined by: David Gura, Matina Stevis-Gridneff, David Jolly, Katherine Steele, Andrew Weissmann, Alex Wagner, Judge J. Michael Luttig, and David Enrich.

Nicolle Wallace discusses the new trade war with our closest economic allies, the fallout it will have for Americans' pocketbooks, Trump's latest promotion for a ‘stop the steal' organizer, continued turmoil within the FBI, Trump's decision to pause military aid to Ukraine after the explosive Oval Office meeting, and the advice Republicans are getting to avoid their own constituents. Joined by: Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, David Jolly, David Gura, Claire McCaskill, John Hudson, Anne Applebaum, and Mini Timmaraju. 

The White House pauses all military aid to Ukraine as the administration begins turning down the heat on Russia. Plus, the markets plunge as Trump's tariffs on America's allies are set to take effect. And, a look at how Iowans are reacting to high prices under the Trump administration. Jeff Mason, Susan Glasser, Leigh Ann Caldwell, David Drucker, David Gura, Greg Ip, Chris Dols, and Art Cullen join The 11th Hour this Monday.

One U.S. attorney's defiance appears to have set off a series of resignations after she refused to comply with a DOJ order to drop charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Plus, the President orders federal agencies to look into reciprocal tariffs. And, why Trump is reaching out to Putin to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. Luke Broadwater, Isaac Arnsdorf, Jon Allen, Joyce Vance, Bill Cohan, David Gura, and Charlie Sykes join The 11th Hour this Thursday.