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In Washington, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) discusses the Senate's ongoing edits to the reconciliation bill, including deficit debates and AI regulation moratorium. On X, Elon Musk has expressed disappointment and disgust at the legislation, calling to “kill the bill.” The Tesla CEO's biographer Walter Isaacson discusses the wind-down of DOGE, its lasting impact, and the shifting relationship between Elon Musk and President Trump. CNBC's Eamon Javers discusses the President's travel ban and the evolution of the Republican Party. Plus, Reddit has sued Anthropic, the Fed has reported an economic contraction, and President Trump has halted Harvard's student-visa program. Eamon Javers - 15:38Walter Isaacson - 23:25Sen. Ted Cruz - 35:56 In this episode: Ted Cruz, @SenTedCruzWalter Isaacson, @WalterIsaacsonEamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

President Trump and Elon Musk's bromance is over. The two sent scathing attacks from their respective social media sites against each other—and Tesla shares tanked. We have you covered with reporting from our Eamon Javers, plus analysis from shareholder Brenda Vingiello, WSJ's Tesla reporter Tim Higgins and analyst Craig Irwin from Roth Capital. Earnings from Lululemon and Broadcom. Plus, interviews with the CEOs of MongoDB and Rubrik as investors continue to look for clues on tariffs impact. 

Apple's rough stretch continued as new political and regulatory headlines piled on. Eamon Javers reports on President Trump's comments targeting Apple, while The Verge's Nilay Patel and Evercore's Amit Daryanani unpack what it all means for the investors. Jose Rasco of HSBC breaks down this week's market action. Our Pippa Stevens reports on renewed interest in nuclear stocks after a White House executive order. Venture capitalist Bradley Tusk shared insights on Apple's government battles and the state of IPOs. Joe Feldman of Telsey Group on what this week's retail earnings mean for the consumer and clues on next week's key reports. 

The House Budget Committee advanced President Trump's multi trillion-dollar domestic policy package Sunday night, just two days after conservatives voted to reject it. CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on this and President Trump's clash with Walmart over tariff-driven price hikes. Walter Isaacson, biographer and Tulane professor, discusses gene editing breakthroughs and biotech innovation amid federal funding cuts, as well as the White House's relationship with corporate America's leaders. Then, Business Roundtable CEO Josh Bolten weighs in on how CEOs are responding to Trump-era policies, including the President's trade agenda. Plus, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has announced plans to acquire most of 23andMe's assets for $256 million. Walter Issacson       18:22Josh Bolten          28:39 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversWalter Isaacson, @WalterIsaacsonBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinZach Vallese, @zachvallese

Stocks edge higher as the S&P 500 gains a high-profile new member: Coinbase. Phil Camporeale of J.P. Morgan breaks down the market action, while Supermicro's AI positioning draws fresh Wall Street attention—Raymond James' Simon Leopold explains his bullish call. CyberArk CEO Matt Cohen joins to discuss earnings, enterprise IT spend and security sector consolidation while Saira Malik of Nuveen shares where she's seeing new opportunity in equities and fixed income.   Our Bertha Coombs tracks UnitedHealth's rough day, Eamon Javers reports on the president's visit to Saudi Arabia alongside high-profile American CEOs. Plus, Michael Santoli's dashboard signals a return of risk-on sentiment and what it means for Coinbase to be added to the S&P 500 and Robert Frank spots cracks in the high-end art market. 

Brenda Vingiello of Sand Hill Global Advisors and Jose Rasco of HSBC break down the market action as investors weigh the impact of ongoing tariff developments. Our Megan Cassella reports on the latest from the White House on tariffs. Gil Luria of D.A. Davidson shares perspective on how tech names like Apple and Nvidia could be affected by trade tensions. Monica Guerra of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management joins to discuss how she is advising clients amid the policy uncertainty and its implications for portfolios. Craig Johnson of Piper Sandler breaks down the market's technical setup. Former Richmond Fed President Jeffrey Lacker talks Fed policy and recession risks. The FTC's antitrust case against Meta kicks off today, with reporting from Eamon Javers and reaction from Bradley Tusk of Tusk Ventures. 

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and David Faber discussed the markets aiming to continue yesterday's massive rebound. They also brought in CNBC reporter Steve Kovach to discuss Apple's China strategy with the iPhone maker struggling to boost sales overseas. Later in the show, CEA Chair Stephen Miran joined the program to discuss this morning's consumer confidence data, as well as the economic impact of the April 2 tariffs. CNBC's Eamon Javers also reported on the latest headlines out of Washington D.C., a day after a journalist was included in an encrypted group chat that discussed military operations. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

In an extended interview, Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan discusses inflation, trade policy, consumers, and the Federal Reserve. The head of the nation's second largest bank says, though consumer sentiment is down, spending is up. President Trump has fired both Democratic commissioners at the Federal Trade Commission; CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on the ensuing drama, lawsuits, and debates about Presidential constitutional authority. Plus, Nvidia's week-long GTC developers conference is underway.  Eamon Javers - 08:57Brian Moynihan - 15:58 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

New Federal Trade Commission Chair Andrew Ferguson sits down with CNBC's Eamon Javers to discuss antitrade policy and his plans for Big Tech, saying he's “unequivocally” not backing off of a case against Amazon. Plus, former Aetna CEO and current Oscar Health CEO Mark Bertolini weighs in on how to improve the messy, frustrating world of health insurance in what's been a rocky start to the year for the industry. Plus, two astronauts are still stuck in space, JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon offers a word of caution on consumer spending and the countdown to a possible government shutdown continues. Andrew Ferguson - 18:02Mark Bertolini - 35:22 Andrew Ferguson, @AFergusonFTCMark Bertolini, @mtbertEamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

As markets react sharply to President Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum, Altimeter Capital CEO Brad Gerstner weighs in on the escalating market turmoil and the broader implications of Trump's trade policies. Amid these developments, CNBC's Eunice Youn reports from Beijing on talks between China's Ministry of Commerce and Walmart, which is seeking price reductions from Chinese suppliers to mitigate tariff impacts. Plus, CNBC's Eamon Javers delivers insights on Trump FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson's recent remarks to CEOs, emphasizing that while he won't allow mergers to falter unnecessarily, automatic approvals for significant mergers aren't guaranteed. Eamon Javers - 09:14Eunice Yoon - 16:13Brad Gerstner - 22:51 Eunice Yoon, @onlyyoontvEamon Javers, @EamonJaversBrad Gerstner, @altcapBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

As Wall Street stumbles on fears of a trade war, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses the U.S. economy and the uncertainties that are shaking investors. Tariff concerns extend to small businesses, too; Mezcalum co-founders (and Real Housewives of New York stars) Erin and Abe Lichy share how they're absorbing raised costs in their supply chain for mezcal from Mexico. CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on President Trump's latest comments from Washington, including a shift away from the stock market as a barometer for success. Plus, Tesla stock is experiencing its longest losing streak since going public. Eamon Javers - Kevin Hassett - 26:29Erin and Abe Lichy - 41:17 In this episode:Erin Lichy, @ErindlichyEamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Wednesday marks day two of President Trump's 25% levies on Mexico and Canada. In his joint address to Congress, the President warned about “a little disturbance” as American industries and neighbors digest his administration's tariffs. CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on the rest of the news out of Tuesday's address, and Phil LeBeau reports that the administration may consider a delay on tariffs for autos. Former US Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman explains the toll tariffs may take on the longstanding relationship between neighbors, including social and economic ties. The friction between the U.S. and Canada extends to the ice; National Hockey League Commissioner Gary Bettman discusses the cross border relationships in sport and in finance.  Eamon Javers - 9:48Bruce Heyman - 19:32Gary Bettman - 29:12Phil LeBeau - 37:12 In this episode:Phil LeBeau, @LebeaucarnewsEamon Javers, @EamonJaversRobert Frank, @robtfrankMichael Santoli, @michaelsantoliBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

President Trump has said tariffs on Mexico and Canada will begin next week. Eamon Javers reports from Washington on the tariff messaging from The White House. Once COO and President of Blackstone and now Chairman of Costco Tony James shares his perspective on the US economy, business strength, and consumer confidence. James considers American business to be slowing down, thanks to uncertainty from the administration. In the face of DEI rollbacks across corporate America, Costco remains consistent in their commitment to equity. Plus, Nvidia topped analyst estimates, for the first time in a decade, a child in the US has died from the measles, and Elon Musk's efforts in the US government could affect his businesses.  Eamon Javers - 16:39Tony James - 27:10 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and David Faber began the hour by discussing the big week ahead for investors, as tech giant Nvidia gets set to report results. The desk also brought in Deirdre Bosa to discuss Apple's expansion plans, announcing it will open a new factory for AI servers in Texas as part of a $500 billion investment in the U.S. Later in the show, Eamon Javers reported on the big DOGE demand pushback, after Elon Musk said government workers must detail their workweek or risk losing their jobs. Also in the mix; Mackenzie Sigalos detailed the largest crypto heist in history, involving $1.5 billion worth of digital assets. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Maryland's proposed tax overhaul aims to address a $3 billion budget deficit by increasing taxes on the wealthiest residents. Governor Wes Moore discusses the details of the state's new budget proposal, weighing spending cuts versus raising taxes and strategies to spur growth in the state. Then, "Saturday Night Live" celebrates its 50th anniversary with a special three-hour live broadcast. Former and current cast members including Alex Moffat, Garrett Morris, Taran Killam, Jay Pharoah, and Chloe Fineman crash the Squawk set to discuss the show's 50-year legacy. Plus, CNBC's Eamon Javers analyzes President Donald Trump's flurry of executive orders, and GameStop explores potential investments in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Eamon Javers - 02:16Gov. Wes Moore - 18:09SNL Cast - 29:25 Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversSaturday Night Live Cast, @nbcsnlWes Moore, @GovWesMooreJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKelly Evans, @KellyCNBCZach Vallese, @zachvallese

Carl Quintanilla, Leslie Picker, and Mike Santoli began the hour by breaking down the markets a day after the S&P posted its best day in about a month. The anchors worked in this morning's key economic data, with retail sales slumping 0.9% in January, down much more than expected. Eamon Javers also joined the program live from the White House to discuss President Trump announcing his plan for reciprocal tariffs. After the opening bells, the anchors hit the biggest morning movers including Coinbase, Airbnb and Gamestop, which is reportedly considering investing in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and Mike Santoli led off the show with this morning's data after the producer price index, which measures what producers get for their goods and services, increased by a seasonally adjusted 0.4% on the month, compared with the Dow Jones estimate for 0.3%. Eamon Javers also joined the program from the White House to discuss President Trump's plans for reciprocal tariffs on U.S. trading partners. Later in the hour, the desk hit the rally in some momentum names like Dutch Bros, AppLovin and Robinhood; Robinhood's CEO Vlad Tenev sat down with Kate Rooney after the bells to discuss his latest quarter.   Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Yesterday, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 to win their second Lombardi Trophy at Super Bowl 59. In interviews before and after the game, President Trump announced he would ask Elon Musk to review the Education Department's spending and suggested “irregularities” at the Treasury. CNBC's Eamon Javers wraps up the latest Trump administration headlines, and NEC Director Kevin Hassett addresses President Trump's comments on the Treasury and his newly announced tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum. Plus, EDO CEO Kevin Krim discusses the Super Bowl's winners and losers–in commercials, that is.  Kevin Hassett   17:30Kevin Krim         33:26 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and David Faber broke down the weakness in big tech. Alphabet shares dropped on its latest quarterly results, following a revenue miss and soaring AI investments. Apple shares were also under pressure on a report that China is considering a probe into the company's App Store practices. Later in the hour, Eamon Javers discussed Elon Musk's role in the U.S. government, after he was officially designated a “special government employee.” Also in the show: Shell CEO Wael Sawan joined the program to discuss how the company is navigating global trade tensions.  Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

In the wake of the deadly aircraft crash over the Potomac River outside of the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, CNBC's Phil LeBeau and Eamon Javers report the details of the fallout. American Airlines pilot and spokesman for the Allied Pilots Association Dennis Tajer explains how planes typically navigate the heavy flow of air traffic around this airport. Separately, Blackstone's President and COO Jon Gray explains his firm's multibillion dollar bets on AI infrastructure on the heels of impressive quarterly financial results. Jon Gray - 17:05In this episode:Phil LeBeau, @LebeaucarnewsEamon Javers, @EamonJaversAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinLeslie Picker, @LesliePickerKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and David Faber began the show with Eamon Javers, who joined from Reagan Washington National Airport with the latest updates from the tragic on-air collision involving a passenger jet and an Army helicopter. The anchors then shifted to the latest big tech results from Microsoft, Meta, and Tesla with Apple set to report after the bell. Also in the mix; the desk monitored RFK Jr.'s 2nd day of Seante confirmation hearings to become the country's next HHS Secretary.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

In this special extended episode, Becky Quick speaks to insiders from Wall Street, Washington, and C-suites ahead of President Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. Tune in for over 2 hours of conversations with investors like Stanley Druckenmiller and David Rubenstein, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla, and DC insiders including Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Oklahoma), Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tennessee), and Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware).  In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversSteve Liesman, @steveliesmanRobert Frank, @robtfrankEmily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

Breaking news this hour as the Supreme Court issued their opinion on Tiktok, voting unanimously to uphold the federal law banning the app beginning Sunday unless it's sold by its China-based parent company Bytedance. Sara Eisen and Michael Santoli broke down the news with analysis from Wall Street to Washington, including but not limited to: a Bytedance investor, a former NSA General Advisor, an analyst who covers social media stocks, and CNBC's own Eamon Javers alongside Julia Boorstin, with headlines throughout the hour. 

Nicolle Wallace is joined by Senator Dick Durbin, Vaughn Hillyard, David Jolly, Sarah Longwell, Amy McGrath, Angelo Carusone, Tim Heaphy, Mary McCord, Eamon Javers, and Christine Romans.

Rebel forces led by the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham overtook Damascus, prompting Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to flee the country and seek refuge in Russia. NBC's Raf Sanchez joins from the Golan Heights border with the latest developments in Syria. Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman explains what the Assad's fall could mean for politics in the Middle East and beyond. Next, the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has sparked security concerns for corporate leaders, as well as a surge of outrage online, as Americans seethe over denied insurance claims. Partnership for New York President Kathy Wylde says the reaction online is almost worse than the killing itself. Plus, TikTok is one step closer to being banned in the U.S., and Juan Soto signed an historic contract with the Mets. Eamon Javers - 02:46Raf Sanchez - 12:17Michael Froman - 17:36Kathy Wylde - 25:47 In this episode:Kathy Wylde, @Partnership4NYCEamon Javers, @EamonJaversRaf Sanchez, @rafsanchezBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Nicolle Wallace is joined by Vaughn Hillyard, Basil Smikle, David Jolly, Fred Trump, Tom Winter, Tim Miller, Katty Kay, Eamon Javers, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Mary McCord, and Harry Litman.

Israel and Hezbollah reached a permanent ceasefire agreement overnight after nearly 14 months of fighting. In Washington, CNBC's Eamon Javers discusses the latest picks for Trump's economic team, and in Silicon Valley, OpenAI is allowing employees to sell about $1.5 billion worth of shares in a new tender offer to SoftBank. Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan is turning her nearly 25-year-old “Declarations” column into a book. After years of speech writing for Ronald Reagan and writing on American politics, Noonan reflects on our nation's journey to Trumpian conservatism. Plus, this Thanksgiving, a Squawk Box tradition: Butterball is back with its Turkey Talk-Line, helping holiday cooks avoid turkey turmoil. Supervisor Bill Nolan shares this year's turkey trends and tips for the perfect bird. Eamon Javers - 03:23Peggy Noonan - 17:28Bill Nolan - 28:52 In this episode: Peggy Noonan, @PeggynoonannycEamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinZach Vallese, @zachvallese

President-elect Donald Trump said he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz, (R) Florida, to be attorney general. CNBC's Eamon Javers has the latest from Florida on the surprising selection, as Gaetz is the subject of a House Ethics Committee investigation into whether he engaged in sexual misconduct. Tom Barrack, a longtime Trump ally who chaired his 2016 inaugural committee, shares his insight on the president-elect's hiring style, the Department of Government Efficiency and expectations for Trump's second term. Plus, the FBI raided Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan's home and the AI version of Andrew Ross Sorkin makes a special Squawk Box appearance. Eamon Javers - 02:23Tom Barrack - 19:32 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversTom Barrack, @TomBarrackJrBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinZach Vallese, @zachvallese

President-elect Trump announced last night that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head a Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE for short, to trim government spending during his second administration. CNBC's Eamon Javers has the Trump team's latest from West Palm Beach. Next, the Senate is gearing up for a vote today on who will be the next majority leader. Eric Cantor, Wall Street executive and former Republican House leader, gives his prediction on the leadership race and discusses his outlook for M&A and regulation under Trump. Also, shares of fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant Cava are soaring on the company's earnings beat. CEO Brett Schulman says Cava is a “category-defining brand” and discusses his growth outlook. Eamon Javers - 02:23Eric Cantor - 16:21Brett Schulman - 27:20 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversEric Cantor, @EricCantorBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

The 2024 presidential election has come to a dramatic close. CNBC's Senior Washington Correspondent, Eamon Javers, discusses President Trump's stunning electoral victory and the shifting balance of power in Washington. Plus, CNBC's DC Correspondent, Emily Wilkins, with the latest on the Senate flip that's reshaping Capitol Hill. Javers - 03:10Wilkins - 13:25In this episode:Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsEamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Election day 2024 is finally here! Voters across the country head to the polls today, but results may take longer than 24 hours to confirm. If the race is close, Al Gore's 2000 campaign chairman Bill Daley tells Americans, have faith in the process! The former chief of staff for President Obama expects to have a sense of the returns on Wednesday morning. Plus, Boeing machinists approved a labor deal, ending the seven-week strike, a judge has rejected a request to block Elon Musk's daily giveaway to Pennsylvania voters, a Wall Street Journal report says Russia is suspected of plotting to sell incendiary devices to U.S.-bound planes, and Fox sold out its Super Bowl ad inventory at record pricing. Daley - 20:33 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

A Donald Trump presidency could be worse for the federal budget than a Harris presidency, according to a new report from the Committee For a Responsible Federal Budget. Either way the election goes, CNBC's Eamon Javers says the deficit will grow. CNBC's Steve Liesman considers why neither politicians nor the broader public seem to care about America's soaring debt, and shares his concerns about the deficit's economic impact. A week out from election day, Axios co-founder Mike Allen says the MAGA-World is confident. While the election seems like a coin flip, it could end up a landslide for either candidate. Plus, Trump Media shares surged and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos published an op-ed defending the newspaper's decision against endorsing a presidential candidate this election cycle. Mike Allen - 30:35 In this episode:Mike Allen, @mikeallenEamon Javers, @EamonJaversSteve Liesman, @steveliesmanBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Elon Musk has spoken to Russian President Vladamir Putin multiple times since 2022. CNBC's Eamon Javers discusses the details of the report and what we know so far, including what Putin reportedly asked of Musk, and whether these conversations were known by the US government. Joe Lonsdale, Palantir co-founder and long-time friend of Elon Musk, says he thinks it's highly unlikely Musk broke rules related to national security. Lonsdale also discusses U.S. diplomacy in the Middle East and the potential of a Department of Government Efficiency, should Donald Trump win the election. Plus, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella asked for pay reduction in the wake of cybersecurity issues within the company, and tickets to this year's World Series between the Dodgers and the Yankees have a steep price. Javers - 02:33Lonsdale - 20:28 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversJoe Lonsdale, @JTLonsdaleBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

Eamon Javers, a senior Washington correspondent for CNBC, talks about his new podcast, “The Crimes of Putin's Trader,” and how Russia is using hackers to infiltrate banks and Wall Street. He goes behind the scenes on the case of Vladislav Klyushin, who was convicted by the U.S. of insider trading, how he was traded back this summer to Russia, and what it means for financial firms here.

The U.S. budget deficit has hit $1.8T, according to the Congressional Budget Office. As both presidential candidates discuss how to combat the federal deficit, Budget Committee Chair Rep. Jodey Arrington, (R) Texas, weighs in. Next, Carson Daly, host of “The Voice” and co-host of the “TODAY” show, talks about tackling mental health issues alongside Phil Schermer, CEO of Project Healthy Minds, as the organization prepares for its World Mental Health Day festival and gala tomorrow. Plus, Hurricane Milton is set to make landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast between Wednesday night and early Thursday morning and the Dept. of Justice is considering a breakup of Google as an antitrust remedy. Eamon Javers - 07:18Rep. Jodey Arrington - 17:32Carson Daly & Phil Schermer - 31:56 In this episode:Rep. Jodey Arrington, @RepArringtonPhil Schermer, @philschermerBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

After an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump's life, CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on the latest details, the suspect, and the possible impact on the Presidential race. If Trump wins a second term, the campaign has tapped Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as Co-Chair of the transition team; Lutnick makes his case for Trumponomics 2.0. Today TikTok is in court, fighting to remain operational in the US. Entrepreneur Frank McCourt says he's ready to buy TikTok, but not out of love for the platform. Plus, Apple shares slid after reports of lackluster demand for the iPhone 16, and SpaceX successfully completed the first civilian space walk.  Eamon Javers - 02:58Howard Lutnick - 14:30Frank McCourt - 31:09 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @eamonjaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

CNBC's Eamon Javers and pollster Frank Luntz help digest the fireworks of the Presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, including the big Taylor Swift endorsement that came after. On Wall Street, investors were unsurprised by the Labor Department's August Consumer Price Index. Neuberger Berman's Steve Eisman discusses the likelihood of a 25 basis point interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week. And, 23 years later, Americans come together to remember those lost in the September 11th terrorist attacks.  Eamon Javers - 4:31Frank Luntz - 15:35Steve Eisman - 27:23 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @eamonjaversBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Summary Brett Forrest and Warren Strobel join Andrew to discuss reporting intelligence. Brett and Warren are national security reporters for The Wall Street Journal.  What You'll Learn Intelligence The intelligence learning curve  Stories from the front lines of modern conflicts and critical moments  The unique challenges that come with reporting on intelligence, and ... The risks, including being a target of espionage Reflections Privacy and protection  The power, and danger, of sharing information And much, much more … Episode Notes This week on SpyCast, Andrew was joined in the studio by Brett Forrest and Warren Strobel, intelligence correspondents at the Wall Street Journal. As SpyCast listeners will know, issues of intelligence and espionage are constantly going on all around us – But how does the public stay in the know and up to date on the latest cases and news from around the world? Well, that's where these two come in.  Quotes of the Week “It's about knocking on every possible door that you can imagine, that you can come up with, that you can dig up. And, all you're hoping for is one of those doors to open. You know, you knock on a hundred doors, you get 99 doors to open. You just want that one door to open because that's where the information is. That's where the source is. So, I don't know if I would call that luck, I would call that persistence.” - Brett Forrest Resources  SURFACE SKIM *SpyCasts* Zelensky, Ukraine, and Intelligence with Simon Shuster (2024) China's Corporate Spy War with CNBC's Eamon Javers (2023) My Life Looking at Spies & the Media with Paul Lashmar (2021) The Women of NatSec Journalism – 6 Leading Journalists (2017) *Beginner Resources* A Brief History of Journalism in America, M. A. McIntosh, Brewminate (2022) [Short article] A History of The Wall Street Journal, G. Hughes, Historic Newspapers (2021) [Short article] What Is Journalism and Why Does it Matter? CTRL-F, YouTube (2018) [3 min. Video] DEEPER DIVE Books Spies, Spin and the Fourth Estate, P. Lashmar (EUP, 2021) Spies and the Media in Britain, R. Norton-Taylor (IBT, 2018) Spinning Intelligence, R. Dover and M. Goodman (CUP, 2009) Articles How Cuba Recruits Spies to Penetrate Inner Circles of the U.S. Government, B. Forrest & W. Strobel, The Wall Street Journal (2024) Reporters who covered U.S. invasion of Iraq reflect on impact of war, N. Schifrin & Z. Warsi, PBS News (2023) Russian Spy or Ukrainian Hero? The Strange Death of Denys Kiryeyev, B. Forrest, The Wall Street Journal (2023) In Ukraine, New Reports of War Crimes Emerge as Russians Retreat From Kyiv Area, B. Forrest, The Wall Street Journal (2022) Questioning the Case for War, C. A. Preble, CATO Institute (2018)  CIA Intercepts Underpin Assessment Saudi Crown Prince Targeted Khashoggi, W. Strobel, The Wall Street Journal (2018) Video Lost Son with Brett Forrest, International Spy Museum, YouTube (2023)  Ukrainians in Bucha reflect on horrors and brutality suffered at hands of Russian forces, PBS News (2023) Primary Sources  It is time to do everything to make the war crimes of the Russian military the last manifestation of this evil on earth - address by the President of Ukraine (2022)  UN Report on the Killing of Civilians in Ukraine (2022) McClatchy (Knight Ridder) Iraq Intelligence Archive (2001-2007) Reporting the War (2005) *Wildcard Resource* Shock and Awe (2017) Starring James Marsden as Warren Strobel!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After President Biden ended his re-election bid, he endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on VP Harris's spike in donations over the weekend, as well as the road toward the Democratic National Convention in August. While some Democrats have already endorsed VP Harris, former President Barack Obama and former Speaker Nancy Pelosi have not, which leaves the door open for other candidates vying for the nomination. Axios's Mike Allen explains the other candidates who could come forward. Venture capitalist Vinod Khosla is an independent who hosted a Biden fundraiser in May; today, he's calling for an open convention, but will support VP Harris if she wins the nomination. For Khosla, values are at stake this election, and more important than economic issues. Plus, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has sold $1.5B worth of Bank of America stock, and Delta is still recovering from the largest IT outage in history.  Eamon Javers 2:07Mike Allen 16:30 Vinod Khosla 29:57 In this episode:Vinod Khosla, @vkhoslaMike Allen, @mikeallenEamon Javers, @eamonjaversBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer began the hour by breaking down what President Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 race means for the markets, and why Cramer believes a Kamala Harris win could benefit mega-cap tech stocks. Eamon Javers also joined the conversation to discuss how Kamala Harris' policies compare to Pres. Biden's. The anchors also discussed CrowdStrike; shares of the cybersecurity company extended its drop following Friday's 11% decline, with at least 2 Wall Street firms downgrading the stock this morning. After the opening bells, the desk also hit Elliott's big stake in Starbucks and Verizon's latest earnings.   Squawk on the Street Disclaimer 

One of the largest IT outages in history started with a software update from cyber security firm Crowdstrike. Around the world, hospitals, businesses, news networks (including NBC) were affected when the update rolled out and crashed Microsoft Windows. CNBC's Phil LeBeau reports from the airport in Wales, where many flights were grounded as airlines grappled with the outage. CNBC's Steve Kovach explains how one company's mistake can bring down millions of systems, and Wedbush analyst Dan Ives explains what's next for the tech sector. The other headline this Friday: Donald Trump has accepted the Republican nomination for President for the third time. CNBC's Eamon Javers reports from the Republican National Convention on the increasing pressure on President Biden, and pollster Frank Luntz explains the mixed reactions to Donald Trump's 93 minute speech. Phil LeBeau 4:24Eamon Javers 6:01Steve Kovach 14:02Dan Ives 20:13Frank Luntz 29:07 In this episode:Dan Ives, @DivesTechFrank Luntz, @FrankLuntzEamon Javers, @eamonjaversPhil LeBeau, @LebeaucarnewsBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

JD Vance made his first speech as Donald Trump's VP pick at the Republican National Convention; CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on Senator Vance's reception at the RNC in Milwaukee, and former SEC Chair Jay Clayton explains how Vance's new economic conservatism works–or doesn't work–with the Republican preference for Reaganomics. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19, but he's still campaigning. Plus, ChatGPT scored a 98% on a medical exam that most first year residents score a 70% on. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb says, some AI LLMs are good at providing differential diagnoses when presented with detailed lab results.  Eamon Javers - 07:30Jay Clayton - 16:56Dr. Scott Gottlieb - 31:04 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @eamonjaversScott Gottlieb, @ScottGottliebMDBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

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

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

America–and the Squawk team–is digesting the CNN Presidential Debate. CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on the respective performances of Presidents Joe Biden and Donald Trump, including Democrats' concerns about President Biden's stamina. Investor and briefly the Communications Director for President Trump Anthony Scaramucci digests the debate, the future of the Democratic ticket, and what it all means for investors. In Colorado, Andrew Ross Sorkin reports on the debate reaction at the Aspen Ideas Festival. He shares comments from legendary entrepreneur and venture capitalist, early Facebook investor, and former GOP donor Peter Thiel. Thiel explains his take on social media, China's plans for Taiwan, and he makes a surprising call on bitcoin.  Eamon Javers - 2:15Anthony Scaramucci - 15:05Peter Thiel - 27:48 In this episode:Peter Thiel, @peterthielAnthony Scaramucci, @ScaramucciEamon Javers, @EamonJaversBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

Award-winning producer Brian Grazer joins Andrew Ross Sorkin from the Aspen Ideas Festival to discuss AI's impact on storytelling and content creation. S&P Global Vice Chair and oil market watcher Dan Yergin explains AI's role on the US energy grid–and on the 2024 election. Plus, some primary results are in, FedEx's cost-cutting measures are paying off, and CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on Donald Trump's VP options.  Daniel Yergin - 18:25Brian Grazer - 28:17 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

In a first-ever direct attack, Iran launched 300 drones and missiles at military targets inside Israel. The New York Times National Security Correspondent David Sanger explains the geopolitics at play in the Middle East and beyond, including the roles of China and Russia in a conflict between Iran and Israel. CNBC's Eamon Javers discusses the US response in Washington, and CNBC's Steve Liesman explains the impact of escalating tensions on the markets and on Fed policy. Plus, it's tax day! IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel shares news we can all use: late filing fees, online returns, and the probability of a refund–even from 2020! And, Squawk Pod is nominated for a Webby Award! Vote for Squawk Pod here and support our special series, "Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom," featuring our final interview with the Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chair. Eamon Javers - 02:55David Sanger - 11:00Steve Liesman - 18:54Daniel Werfel - 29:01 In this episode:Eamon Javers, @EamonJaversAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinLeslie Picker, @LesliePickerMichael Santoli, @michaelsantoliKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Summary Dr. Sara Castro (LinkedIn, Bio) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the history of US-China diplomacy. Sara is an Associate Professor of History at the United States Air Force Academy.  What You'll Learn Intelligence The Dixie Mission  The history of US-China relations dating back to the Opium Wars China's involvement with the OSS during WWII How Mao Zedong & Chiang Kai-shek built modern China Reflections Understanding and empathy Knowledge is power  And much, much more … Resources  SURFACE SKIM *Spotlight Resource* Mission to Mao: US Intelligence in China during World War II, Sara B. Castro, (Georgetown University Press, 2024)  *SpyCasts* Making Sense of China, Taiwan, & America Pacific Intelligence with Bonny Lin (2023) China's Corporate Spy War with CNBC's Eamon Javers (2023) Trafficking Data: The Digital Struggle with China with Aynne Kokas (2022) *Beginner Resources* Beyond the Balloon: The Complicated History Behind US-China Relations, Voice of America, YouTube (2023) [8 min. video] China's Overlooked Role in World War II, C. Klein, The History Channel (2022) [Short article] Secret Agents, Secret Armies: The Short Happy Life of the OSS, The National World War II Museum (2020) [Short article] DEEPER DIVE Books Spies and Lies: How China's Greatest Covert Operations Fooled the World, A. Joske (Hardie Grant, 2022)  The Hundred-Year Marathon: China's Secret Strategy to Replace America as the Global Superpower, M. Pillsbury (St. Martin's Griffin, 2016)  Forgotten Ally: China's World War II, 1937–1945, R. Mitter (Mariner Books, 2013) Primary Sources  Dixie Mission Remembered in Beijing (2004) U.S.-PRC Political Negotiations, 1967-1984 (1985) CIA Intelligence Report: Mao's “Cultural Revolution” (1967) War Report: Office of Strategic Services: Operations in the Field (1949)  Madame Chiang Kai-Shek Address to the U.S. House of Representatives (1943) Treaty Of Tianjin (1858) Treaty Of Wangxia (1844)  *Wildcard Resource* After the signing of the SACO Treaty in 1942, Chinese spymaster Dai Li took command of the US-China intelligence cooperation during World War II.  Six decades later in 2005, Nickelodeon premiered the now immensely popular American anime series Avatar: The Last Airbender. In the series, the elite secret police agency of fictional capital city Ba Sing Se are appropriately named, The Dai Li. 

Episode 3, Catching a Spy:CNBC's Eamon Javers reveals the fate of Xu Yanjun, the spy from China that targeted GE and one of its engineers.  He also talks to the leaders of the Senate Intelligence Committee, FBI Director Christopher Wray and China experts to find out what key U.S. industries are in the crosshairs of China's plans for global economic domination and what risks this poses to U.S. businesses.  He also explores the fallout to the Chinese American community from a Department of Justice program initiated in 2018 to investigate cases of U.S. technology theft by the Chinese government.  Javers also finds out that the federal investigation into Xu Yanjun led to a surprising discovery.----CNBC Documentaries examines the case of a Chinese government spy who tried to steal trade secrets from some of America's biggest companies, including GE, Boeing and Honeywell. Correspondent Eamon Javers talks with prosecutors, intelligence experts and government officials, including the Director of the FBI, Christopher Wray — all of whom say the case is an example of China's desire to dominate global markets through any means necessary, including stealing technology from the heart of corporate America. In this special podcast series, Javers explores the shadowy world of spies and the industrial battle space that has millions of U.S. jobs on the line.  “China's Corporate Spy War” originally aired on CNBC in June 2023. To watch China's Corporate Spy War and other CNBC Documentaries go to: https://www.cnbc.com/documentaries/

Summary Bonny Lin (Biography) joins Andrew (Twitter; LinkedIn) to discuss the current state of China and intelligence. Bonny is the Director of the ChinaPower Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.  What You'll Learn Intelligence China's economic power and status  The current landscape of Chinese intelligence  China's relationship with Taiwan The ChinaPower Project Reflections Power and prominence  The global community as a complicated ecosystem  And much, much more … Quotes of the Week “In the last couple of years, we've seen really a securitization of how China views intelligence and national security in general. And just this July, we saw China pass a revised counter espionage law. So with the whole host of laws of China's past since 2014 … it basically has made collection of intelligence and protecting Chinese national security the responsibility of every Chinese citizen.” - Bonny Lin. Resources  SURFACE SKIM *SpyCasts* The Eye of Horus: Egyptian Intelligence with Dina Rezk (2023) China's Corporate Spy War with CNBC's Eamon Javers (2023)  The Counterintelligence Chief with FBI Assistant Director Alan Kohler (2023) Trafficking Data: The Digital Struggle with China with Aynne Kokas (2022) *Beginner Resources* China-Taiwan crisis explained: What is behind the tensions?, ITV News, YouTube (2022) [3 min. video] 8 things you need to know about China's economy, World Economic Forum (2016) [Short article] Xi Jinping, Forbes (n.d) [Brief profile] DEEPER DIVE Books Spies and Lies: How China's Greatest Covert Operations Fooled the World, A. Joske (Hardie Grant, 2022)  The Chinese Invasion Threat: Taiwan's Defense and American Strategy in Asia, I. Easton (Eastbridge Books, 2019) The Hundred-Year Marathon: China's Secret Strategy to Replace America as the Global Superpower, M. Pillsbury (St. Martin's Griffin, 2016)  Primary Sources  National Intelligence Estimate – China-Taiwan: Prospects or Cross-Strait Relations (1999)  Forecasting the Sino-Vietnamese Split (1986) China-Vietnam: A Status Report (1983) Establishment of a China Task Force (1966)  Communist Chinese Intervention in the Vietnam War (1966) Controls on Trade with Communist China (1955) *Wildcard Resource* Need a good cookie recipe for the holidays? Try this recipe adapted from the 1300-year old cookies found during the 1915 excavation of the Astana Cemetery in Xinjiang, China.  The petrified cookies are currently part of the collection of the British Museum, and still look quite tasty!