Podcast appearances and mentions of Richard Rubin

In this episode of Passing Judgment, Jessica Levinson talks with Wall Street Journal tax reporter Richard Rubin to break down the GOP's "big beautiful" tax bill. Richard explains what's in the bill—from tax cuts and increases to spending shifts—and who will be most affected if it passes. They discuss how the bill squeaked through the House, the major sticking points, and what's likely to change as it moves to the Senate. Join us for a clear, accessible look at what's inside the bill and how it could impact Americans' wallets and the federal deficit.Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:What's Inside the GOP Tax Bill: The bill primarily extends the 2017 tax cuts, including a higher standard deduction, lower rates, and business relief, while adding temporary cuts like a boosted child tax credit and tip or overtime exemptions. To offset costs, it includes tax hikes, mainly on clean energy and high earners, major cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, and increased spending on border security and defense.How “Typical” is This GOP Bill?: Richard describes it as a “mishmash”—there are conventional GOP elements (like tax cuts for the affluent), but also some Trump-specific provisions, like the “Trump account” (a new children's savings account), faster write-offs for American factories, and anti-immigration measures.The Path Forward in the Senate: Richard explains that the Senate will likely alter the House version, focusing on issues like Medicaid changes and clean energy tax credits.Follow Our Host and Guest: @RichardRubinDC @LevinsonJessica

P.M. Edition for May 22. The House passed President Trump's sprawling tax-and-spending bill, after some last-minute changes this morning united Republican holdouts. WSJ tax policy reporter Richard Rubin talks about what made it into the bill, and what happens next. Plus, the Trump administration has blocked Harvard's ability to enroll foreign students. And U.S. antitrust enforcers argue that large institutional investors who own shares in rival companies may be violating antitrust laws. Dave Michaels, who covers corporate law enforcement, joins to discuss what this could mean for those big institutional investors. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump visited Capitol Hill today to urge passage of his multitrillion dollar tax and spending agenda. The bill is a complex piece of legislation that includes tax cuts, spending increases, spending reductions and some tax hikes. In total, it would increase budget deficits by nearly $3 trillion over a decade. WSJ's Richard Rubin reports on the testy debate inside the GOP over the bill. Jessica Mendoza hosts.     Further Listening: -Trump 2.0: The First 100 Days  -Trump's Tariffs Force a New Era in Global Trade  Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Chiusano writes for New York magazine about a mother who took her sons to a routine ICE check-in. They were scheduled for deportation and she hasn’t seen them since. House Republicans want to extend tax cuts and lower the deficit. The Wall Street Journal’s Richard Rubin describes why doing both at the same time might be impossible. Are incidents involving air-traffic-controller communications happening more frequently? USA Today’s Zach Wichter explains what might be causing them and how we should contextualize the issue. Plus, Trump spoke to Putin and claims peace talks will begin “immediately,” another news executive quit CBS News, and what to know about the new Take It Down Act. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A look at where things are on the GOP's tax bill, and who stands to benefit and lose. Tax-policy reporter Richard Rubin with the Wall Street Journal has the details.After oral arguments, the Supreme Court appeared divided over how much power lower courts should have to issue nationwide injunctions. The Washington Post unpacks the issue.The Trump administration is rolling back some protections against forever chemicals. Mariah Blake tells Apple News In Conversation why there's still optimism on the state level, and suggests some ways to protect yourself.Plus, a Milwaukee judge pleaded not guilty to attempting to block immigration arrest, a landmark moment in gene editing, and what to know about the WNBA’s new team. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

WSJ Tax Policy Reporter Richard Rubin gives an in-depth explanation of Trump's tax cuts.

P.M. Edition for April 10. Yesterday's market rally gave way to declines as the impact of a trade war with China sinks in. Plus, services are a major U.S. export now being pulled into Trump's trade wars. WSJ economics reporter Konrad Putzier joins to discuss. And the House passes a budget blueprint for President Trump's “one big, beautiful bill.” We hear from Journal tax policy reporter Richard Rubin about what the blueprint lays out and what it leaves up for debate. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair nominee Lt. Gen Dan Caine (ret) tells the Senate Armed Services Committee he never wore a red MAGA hat as President Trump claims; Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) pushes his resolution to repeal the president's emergency declaration that has allowed his tariffs on Canadian goods, a day before the president will unveil more tariffs; Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) gives a marathon speech on the Senate floor to emphasize his opposition to President Trump's policies; Senate Republican version of Budget Reconciliation looks a little different than the House Republican version. We will talk about it with Wall Street reporter Richard Rubin (23); a handful of House Republicans join Democrats to vote down an House Republican leadership effort to block a vote on a resolution – from a House Republican – to allow proxy voting for Members of Congress who are new parents; First Lady Melania Trump speaks at the International Women of Courage Awards ceremony at the State Department; JFK movie director Oliver Stone calls for reopening the investigation into the assassination of former President Kennedy at today's House Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets hearing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A hollowed-out IRS could mean weaker tax enforcement and fewer audits. WSJ tax-policy reporter Richard Rubin joins host Julia Carpenter to explain what taxpayers need to know.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, we discuss what the Constitution says about the role of the executive branch and the importance of checks & balances with National Constitution Center President & CEO Jeffrey Rosen. Then, the Wall Street Journal's Richard Rubin discusses his recent examination of how government spending has grown and where the money is going. Finally, University of Ottawa Prof. Charles Etienne Beaudry discusses the Trump Administration's tariff threats against Canada and vows to make the nation America's "51st State."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 4. While some Republican members of the House want to make deep cuts to government spending, others are more hesitant. U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin explains why it is crucial for Republicans to reach a consensus. Plus, new data from the Labor Department show that fewer Americans are quitting their jobs. WSJ economics reporter Matt Grossman tells us why. And the U.S. sends its first flight of migrants to Guantanamo Bay. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 25. Software intelligence company MicroStrategy makes another big bitcoin purchase. WSJ cryptocurrency reporter Vicky Ge Huang explains why investors have been betting on the company's strategy. And retail reporter Suzanne Kapner discusses Macy's $154 million accounting error. Plus, U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin details the tightrope Republican lawmakers are walking as they work on a tax bill in time for Donald Trump's return to the White House. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Donald Trump made lots of promises on the campaign trail to revive what he called a “weakened” U.S. economy. That includes “gigantic tax cuts” for workers and tariffs of more than 60% on goods imported from China and elsewhere. He also pledged to slash regulations, even floating the idea of making Tesla CEO Elon Musk the head of a Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE. But how will he turn those economic promises into reality? WSJ economic policy reporter Brian Schwartz and U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin explain how Trump could take executive action, where he might need help from Congress and why some business leaders may put up resistance to some of his economic plans. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading What Trump's Win Means for the Economy  Trump's Comeback Reverberates Through Markets  What a Trump Win Means for Immigration, Wall Street, Foreign Policy and Healthcare  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aldo Leopold once lived in a cabin in New Mexico near Tres Piedras. His time there left an impression, not so much for what he did while he lived there – he was only at the cabin for around 9 months – but for who he would become. His legacy has persisted over time, manifesting itself in the quaint and rustic cabin, reaching out to those who stay there, and especially to the person who maintains the cabin, Richard Rubin, a retired medical doctor who now writes his own books, creating his own legacy that's intertwined with Leopold's.In this episode, Thinking Like a Mountain, we talk with Richard Rubin about his life, his time taking care of Aldo Leopold's old cabin, and the sense of stewardship it all inspires.A special thanks to Richard Rubin. Check out his books at Nighthawk Press. Music by Zebulon Krol.The Dirt and Dust is brought to you by the 2-3-2, Mountain Studies Institute, the Forest Stewards Guild, the USDA Forest Service, and Zebulon Krol.Want to hear more? Listen to our audio story map to hear the history of the 2-3-2 at 232partnership.org.

The U.S. budget deficit topped $1.8 trillion in the last fiscal year. Meanwhile, both candidates for president are proposing plans that would increase the deficit for years to come. WSJ's Richard Rubin explains how the deficit got so large and why the candidates don't talk about it.  Further Listening: -The Economy: Trump vs. Harris  -The Clock Is Ticking on the Debt Ceiling  Further Reading: -Federal Deficit Hit $1.8 Trillion for 2024, CBO Says  -Federal Debt Is Soaring. Here's Why Trump and Harris Aren't Talking About It.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 26. Eric Adams says he has no plans to resign as federal prosecutors in Manhattan prepare to announce details of the case. Plus, OpenAI looks to become a for-profit enterprise, in part to appeal to investors, and parts ways with Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati. And, as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris talk economic policy this week, the WSJ's Richard Rubin explains why the federal deficit remains the multi-trillion-dollar elephant in the room. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Correction: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is due to speak at the U.N. General Assembly on Friday. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said he was due to speak there on Thursday. (Corrected on Sept. 26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dartmouth College professor Brooke Harrington examined the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact on the U.S. and globally. She was interviewed by Wall Street Journal U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dartmouth College professor Brooke Harrington examined the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact on the U.S. and globally. She was interviewed by Wall Street Journal U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by Congressman Bruce Westerman of Arkansas to discuss key legislation moving through Congress, including the NEPA Bill and his bipartisan Fix Our Forests Act. Next, Wall Street Journal reporter Richard Rubin breaks down the latest in U.S. tax policy, from Trump's tax cut proposals to the soaring federal debt. Finally, USMC veteran and CEO of Vetcomm, Kate Monroe, shares her insights on the impact of 9/11 and the Afghanistan pullout on veterans, homeless veterans in America and her thoughts on Kamala Harris. During Kiley's Corner, Kiley delves into some of this week's most shocking stories, including the CIA agent sentenced to prison for drugging and raping women, P. Diddy and the sex slave who shot up Trump Doral Golf Course, and Dr. Jay Varma, NY City Hall's senior public health adviser under Mayor Bill de Blasio, who hosted sex parties during COVID. As always, we end with Jenna's Sunshine Moment as she discusses "Pommel Horse Man" and the Olympic rugby player now competing on Dancing with the Stars. Don't miss this jam-packed episode!www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds-Show sponsors:Invest YrefyYrefy offers a secure, collateralized portfolio with a strong, fixed rate of return - up to a 10.25%. There is no attack on your principal if you ever need your money back. You can let your investment compound daily, or take your income whenever you choose. Make sure you tell them Sam and Chuck sent you!Learn more at investyrefy.com4Freedom MobileExperience true freedom with 4Freedom Mobile, the exclusive provider offering nationwide coverage on all three major US networks (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile) with just one SIM card. Our service not only connects you but also shields you from data collection by network operators, social media platforms, government agencies, and more.Use code ‘Battleground' to get your first month for $9 and save $10 a month every month after.Learn more at: 4FreedomMobile.comDot VoteWith a .VOTE website, you ensure your political campaign stands out among the competition while simplifying how you reach voters.Learn more at: dotvote.vote-About our guests:Bruce Westerman represents Arkansas' Fourth Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he serves on the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and as Chairman of the Committee on Natural Resources.-Richard Rubin is the U.S. tax policy reporter for The Wall Street Journal in Washington, where he focuses on the intersection of taxes, legislation, politics and economics. He was the lead author on the Journal's coverage of the 2017 tax law and now writes frequently about the challenges facing the Internal Revenue Service.Before joining the Journal in 2015, Richard covered tax policy for Bloomberg News and Congressional Quarterly. Earlier in his career, he wrote about local government and transportation policy for the Charlotte Observer. Richard is a native of New Jersey and a graduate of Duke University.-Kate Monroe is a USMC Vet, the CEO of Vetcomm, author of The Race to Save America, and Founder of Border Vets. Follow her on X @KateMonroeCEO. Get full access to Breaking Battlegrounds at breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com/subscribe

Richard Rubin of the Wall Street Journal explains how your tax bill could change depending on who wins the White House. The Army says an Arlington National Cemetery worker was pushed by Trump aides. NPR examines the fallout. Will Carless of USA Today breaks down the impact of the Telegram CEO’s arrest on far-right users in the U.S. The death toll rose in the Boar’s Head–linked listeria outbreak. The Washington Post has details. The Wall Street Journal takes a look at the man who would make Germany far-right again. The taekwondo fighter Zakia Khudadadi became the first Refugee Paralympic Team medalist. The Guardian tells her story. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

P.M. Edition for July 24. The Magnificent Seven looked more like the Miserable Seven, as the exclusive group of tech stocks dragged down the U.S. market. Markets reporter David Uberti explains what is behind the sell-off. And what could a Kamala Harris presidency mean for the U.S. economy? Tax policy reporter Richard Rubin has more. Plus, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tackles a tricky balancing act: appealing to Democrats without alienating Donald Trump. National security reporter Lara Seligman discusses his appearance before Congress. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 7. A 2017 tax overhaul is set to expire at the end of 2025, but tax policy reporter Richard Rubin says what comes after will depend on the outcome of this year's election. And U.S. job numbers for May were higher than economists predicted, but unemployment also rose, painting a complicated picture of the economy. Plus, Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago is a South Florida gem, but just how much it is worth is a matter of dispute, as Wall Street Journal reporter E.B. Solomont discusses with Tali Arbel. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After limited eligibility in its first year, the IRS is expanding its new electronic tax-filing system . WSJ reporter Richard Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how Direct File compares to other tax software.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's tax day and millions of people are filing at the last minute. What many may not know is that the clock is ticking on some potentially big changes that will be decided by the outcome of the 2024 election. Lisa Desjardins has a closer look at what's at stake with Richard Rubin of The Wall Street Journal. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

It's tax day and millions of people are filing at the last minute. What many may not know is that the clock is ticking on some potentially big changes that will be decided by the outcome of the 2024 election. Lisa Desjardins has a closer look at what's at stake with Richard Rubin of The Wall Street Journal. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

P.M. Edition for March 19. A national legal settlement announced last week could upend the way more than a million people who broker home buying and selling get paid. Reporter Joseph De Avila explains how they are re-examining their careers. And the Supreme Court won't block Texas from implementing its own criminal law, allowing state officials to arrest and deport immigrants, Plus, U.S. businesses want to revive expired tax breaks. U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin explains why Senate Republicans aren't on board. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The IRS has created a new tax-filing site. But how does it stack up to popular tax filing options like TurboTax? Wall Street Journal reporter Richard Rubin tested it out and joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what eligible filers can expect from the free online service.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First – Zeve Sanderson of New York University's Center for Social Media & Politics discusses the use of artificial intelligence and the impact it could have on the 2024 election. Then -- Hudson Institute's Michael Doran and Benjamin Friedman of Defense Priorities discuss the latest in the Israel-Hamas war, the role of Iran's proxy forces, and concerns about a wider conflict in the Mideast. Plus – Wall Street Journal's Richard Rubin discusses congressional efforts to pass a package of tax breaks that would impact businesses AND parents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (12/18/2023): 3:05pm- While campaigning in Wilmington, Delaware over the weekend, an SUV in President Joe Biden's motorcade was struck by a sedan. Neither President Biden nor First Lady Jill Biden were traveling in the vehicle. 3:10pm- Annie Linskey of The Wall Street Journal notes that even former President Barack Obama is concerned about President Joe Biden's reelection prospects. Linskey writes, “a round of dismal polls is increasing jitters among Democrats, including some in the West Wing, who are worried that voters' negative views on the president are going unchallenged. Those Democrats are growing impatient for a full-fledged campaign to start. Those with concerns include former President Barack Obama, who knows this is going to be a close race' and ‘feels that Democrats very well could lose' the 2024 election, according to a person familiar with his thinking. Obama worries that ‘the alternative is pretty dangerous for democracy,' the person said.” You can read the full article here: https://www.wsj.com/politics/elections/bidens-agenda-hangs-in-balance-as-tough-election-year-approaches-43d24633 3:30pm- Reporting from the U.S. Southern border, Fox News journalist Bill Melugin revealed that authorities in Eagle Pass, Texas are “suspending railway operations…they're shutting down international commerce in order to help speed up processing of migrants.” 3:40pm- While speaking with NBC News, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) said, “I'm not a progressive…I just think I'm a Democrat that is very committed to choice and other things. But with Israel, I'm going to be on the right side of that. And immigration is something near and dear to me, and I think we do have to effectively address it as well.” You can read a recap of his interview with NBC News here: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/-not-progressive-fetterman-breaks-left-israel-immigration-rcna129747 3:50pm- Adam Sabes of Fox News writes: “An alleged congressional staffer who filmed an explicit sex tape inside a Senate hearing room could face criminal charges, one lawyer argues. The U.S. Capitol Police told Fox News they were aware of an amateur pornographic video published by the Daily Caller on Friday, which shows someone identified as a congressional staffer, engaging in sex with another man in Hart Senate Office Building room 216… Posts on social media claimed the alleged staffer worked for Sen. Ben Cardin's office. Hours after the story broke, Cardin's office announced that a legislative aide had been dismissed but did not address reports linking a member of his staff to the sex tape.” You can read more here: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/senate-sex-tape-congressional-staffer-allegedly-seen-leaked-video-could-face-charges-lawyer-says 4:05pm- Judicial Watch has announced that according to heavily redacted documents it has attained, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's surveilling and targeting of Catholics—baselessly categorizing Catholics as extremists—was more wide-spread than was initially claimed. FBI Director Christopher Wray had indicated that the unlawful targeting was limited to a single field office. You can read more here: https://www.judicialwatch.org/targeting-of-catholics/ 4:30pm- Rich, Matt, and Henry debate the best and worst Christmas songs. Plus, Rich reveals he has never seen Home Alone or Home Alone 2—how is this possible? 4:45pm- In an impossibly outrageous editorial featured by The Atlantic, Caitlan Flanagan argues that you should NEVER watch Rudolph. She claims, “Santa presides over a nonunion shop where underproducing elves are deprived of breaks and humiliated”—and refers to Santa's workshop as a “little forced-labor camp.” You can read the full editorial here: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2020/12/rankin-bass-rudolph-the-red-nosed-reindeer/616932/ 5:05pm- Republicans and Democrats continue to negotiate over enhanced border security policies designed to crack down on the thousands of migrants crossing the U.S. Southern border unlawfully each day. Speaking from outside of the U.S. Capitol, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) bizarrely claimed that discouraging illegal migration is similar to “racial quota laws” enacted during the 1920s. 5:10pm- While speaking with NBC News, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) said, “I'm not a progressive…I just think I'm a Democrat that is very committed to choice and other things. But with Israel, I'm going to be on the right side of that. And immigration is something near and dear to me, and I think we do have to effectively address it as well.” You can read a recap of his interview with NBC News here: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/-not-progressive-fetterman-breaks-left-israel-immigration-rcna129747 5:15pm- New York Times columnist David Brooks suggested Chris Christie should drop out of the Republican presidential race in order to clear a path for Nikki Haley to directly challenge Donald Trump in the New Hampshire presidential primary. 5:20pm- Reporting from the U.S. Southern border, Fox News journalist Bill Melugin revealed that authorities in Eagle Pass, Texas are “suspending railway operations…they're shutting down international commerce in order to help speed up processing of migrants.” 5:25pm- While appearing on Meet the Press with Kristen Welker, Sen. Lindsey Graham said Republicans and Democrats are “not anywhere close to a deal” on legislation that tethers Ukraine aid, Israel aid, and funds for additional security at the U.S. Southern border. 5:30pm- On this weekend's episode of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, journalist Walter Kirn said that the flood of students going directly from Ivy League universities to become writers at The New York Times is creating a progressive bubble and, consequently, damaging journalism. 5:40pm- Has baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani figured out an ingenious way to avoid California's outlandish state income? Lindsey Adler and Richard Rubin write: “Ohtani will take home just $2 million per season over the 10-year span of his contract, which was made official Monday night. In an unprecedented structure, Ohtani will defer $68 million per season until the end of his contract, meaning the Dodgers will pay him $680 million between 2034 and 2043…But by the time he starts receiving the $68 million payments, he may be able to avoid state income taxes by living someplace like Florida without an income tax, or by moving back to Japan.” You can read the full article here: https://www.wsj.com/sports/baseball/shohei-ohtani-700-million-contract-deferral-067a345f 5:45pm- Adam Sabes of Fox News writes: “An alleged congressional staffer who filmed an explicit sex tape inside a Senate hearing room could face criminal charges, one lawyer argues. The U.S. Capitol Police told Fox News they were aware of an amateur pornographic video published by the Daily Caller on Friday, which shows someone identified as a congressional staffer, engaging in sex with another man in Hart Senate Office Building room 216… Posts on social media claimed the alleged staffer worked for Sen. Ben Cardin's office. Hours after the story broke, Cardin's office announced that a legislative aide had been dismissed but did not address reports linking a member of his staff to the sex tape.” You can read more here: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/senate-sex-tape-congressional-staffer-allegedly-seen-leaked-video-could-face-charges-lawyer-says 6:05pm- Annie Linskey of The Wall Street Journal notes that even former President Barack Obama is concerned about President Joe Biden's reelection prospects. Linskey writes, “a round of dismal polls is increasing jitters among Democrats, including some in the West Wing, who are worried that voters' negative views on the president are going unchallenged. Those Democrats are growing impatient for a full-fledged campaign to start. Those with concerns include former President Barack Obama, who knows this is going to be a close race' and ‘feels that Democrats very well could lose' the 2024 election, according to a person familiar with his thinking. Obama worries that ‘the alternative is pretty dangerous for democracy,' the person said.” You can read the full article here: https://www.wsj.com/politics/elections/bidens-agenda-hangs-in-balance-as-tough-election-year-approaches-43d24633 6:10pm- According to new polling data from Morning Consult, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump now leads President Joe Biden in all seven swing states—Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin—in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup in the 2024 presidential election. You can read more here: https://www.nationalreview.com/news/trump-now-leads-biden-in-all-seven-swing-states-poll/ 6:15pm- According to a report from Michael Kranish of The Washington Post, James Biden—the younger brother of President Joe Biden—was secretly recorded by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) after his consulting firm, Lion Hall, received a $100,000 payment from a Mississippi-based attorney, Richard Scruggs, for advice on passing tobacco legislation. Though James Biden was never accused of any wrongdoing or of selling influence, Scruggs conceded: “I probably wouldn't have hired him if he wasn't the senator's brother.”  Scruggs was eventually sent to prison on bribery charges in an unrelated incident. You can read Kranish's article here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/12/17/james-bidens-dealmaking-caught-fbi-tapes-unrelated-bribery-probe/ 6:35pm- While speaking at a campaign rally in Durham, New Hampshire, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said: “If you want to see a bird cemetery, go under a windmill.” 6:45pm- Reporting from the U.S. Southern border, Fox News journalist Bill Melugin revealed that authorities in Eagle Pass, Texas are “suspending railway operations…they're shutting down international commerce in order to help speed up processing of migrants.” 

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: Republicans and Democrats continue to negotiate over enhanced border security policies designed to crack down on the thousands of migrants crossing the U.S. Southern border unlawfully each day. Speaking from outside of the U.S. Capitol, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) bizarrely claimed that discouraging illegal migration is similar to “racial quota laws” enacted during the 1920s. While speaking with NBC News, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) said, “I'm not a progressive…I just think I'm a Democrat that is very committed to choice and other things. But with Israel, I'm going to be on the right side of that. And immigration is something near and dear to me, and I think we do have to effectively address it as well.” You can read a recap of his interview with NBC News here: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/-not-progressive-fetterman-breaks-left-israel-immigration-rcna129747 New York Times columnist David Brooks suggested Chris Christie should drop out of the Republican presidential race in order to clear a path for Nikki Haley to directly challenge Donald Trump in the New Hampshire presidential primary. Reporting from the U.S. Southern border, Fox News journalist Bill Melugin revealed that authorities in Eagle Pass, Texas are “suspending railway operations…they're shutting down international commerce in order to help speed up processing of migrants.” While appearing on Meet the Press with Kristen Welker, Sen. Lindsey Graham said Republicans and Democrats are “not anywhere close to a deal” on legislation that tethers Ukraine aid, Israel aid, and funds for additional security at the U.S. Southern border. On this weekend's episode of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, journalist Walter Kirn said that the flood of students going directly from Ivy League universities to become writers at The New York Times is creating a progressive bubble and, consequently, damaging journalism. Has baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani figured out an ingenious way to avoid California's outlandish state income? Lindsey Adler and Richard Rubin write: “Ohtani will take home just $2 million per season over the 10-year span of his contract, which was made official Monday night. In an unprecedented structure, Ohtani will defer $68 million per season until the end of his contract, meaning the Dodgers will pay him $680 million between 2034 and 2043…But by the time he starts receiving the $68 million payments, he may be able to avoid state income taxes by living someplace like Florida without an income tax, or by moving back to Japan.” You can read the full article here: https://www.wsj.com/sports/baseball/shohei-ohtani-700-million-contract-deferral-067a345f Adam Sabes of Fox News writes: “An alleged congressional staffer who filmed an explicit sex tape inside a Senate hearing room could face criminal charges, one lawyer argues. The U.S. Capitol Police told Fox News they were aware of an amateur pornographic video published by the Daily Caller on Friday, which shows someone identified as a congressional staffer, engaging in sex with another man in Hart Senate Office Building room 216… Posts on social media claimed the alleged staffer worked for Sen. Ben Cardin's office. Hours after the story broke, Cardin's office announced that a legislative aide had been dismissed but did not address reports linking a member of his staff to the sex tape.” You can read more here: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/senate-sex-tape-congressional-staffer-allegedly-seen-leaked-video-could-face-charges-lawyer-says

This special holiday episode of SPS comes in three parts: (1) In order to make sense of the present, Platypus is hosting an international series of panels "Left Perspectives on the Israel-Palestine Conflict". In the first segment, member Gabe G. and Pamela N. reflect on the first panel of the series, which took place at the University of Chicago. They take up disagreements as well as the assumed agreement and the response from the audience. (2) In the second segment you'll hear soundbites and brief interviews from pro-Palestine rallies recorded by our members in Philadelphia and Auckland, New Zealand. (3) The third part is a deep dive into the Platypus archives. The current conflict has prompted Rebekkah and Lisa to speak with our member Ian M. about past engagements from our archives. They talked about the founding moment of Platypus as well as past panel initiatives on the politics of solidarity and decolonization. References from the Segment Reflecting on the Israel-Palestine Panel - Teach-in Pamela N.: History and Helplessness (UChicago, 09 November 2023) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9BX4HGK1m8&t=148s&ab_channel=PlatypusAffiliatedSociety - Left Perspectives On The Israel Palestine Conflict (Platypus UChicago, 29 November 29 2023) https://youtu.be/Nw0Rc_3Hn88?si=OX1c-WYyfWvSIb7S
 - Left Perspectives On The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (Platypus Oregon State University, November 29, 2023) https://youtu.be/lDnRfYh5tLs?si=qtf2XnPfjLs5jsG - Imperialism! What is it, and why should we be against it? (Platypus Melbourne, 02 December 2023) https://www.youtube.com/live/rLSj2IZOgpg?si=S4QMnYg_NpH5mgeF - Linke Perspektiven auf den Nahostkonflikt (Platypus Germany, 03 December 2023) https://youtu.be/OGkf83h52MY?si=BHi0Dz_WKWl2_lGX - Left Perspectives On The Israel Palestine Conflict (Platypus London, 14 December 2023) https://archive.org/details/left-perspectives-on-the-israel-palestine-conflict-platypus-london - The Politics of War and Peace (Platypus Northwestern University, 17 November 2023) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACIzgf-mEi8&ab_channel=PlatypusAffiliatedSociety References from the Archive Segment: - 2006: Moishe Postone, “History and helplessness: Mass mobilization and contemporary forms of anticapitalism” https://platypus1917.org/wp-content/uploads/readings/postonemoishe_historyhelplessness.pdf - 2008: Ian Morrison, “Ba'athism and the history of the Left in Iraq: Violence and politics” https://platypus1917.org/2008/03/01/baathism-and-the-history-of-the-left-in-iraq-violence-and-politics/ - 2010: Against the status quo: An Interview with Iranian trade unionist Homayoun Pourzad https://platypus1917.org/2010/01/08/against-the-status-quo-an-interview-with-iranian-trade-unionist-homayoun-pourzad/ - 2021: Panel "The Politics of Solidarity: Israel, Palestine, and the Left" w/ Yoav Gal Tamir (Da'am Workers' Party), Arash Azizi (Left Party of Iran {People's Fedaian), Marco (Angry Workers of the World), Moshé Machover (founder - Israeli Socialist Organisation and its publication Matzpen) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORoCuGAPheQ&t=12s - 2010: Which Way Forward for Palestinian Liberation? (w/ Richard Rubin, Joel Kovel, Hussein Ibish) https://platypus1917.org/2010/04/08/which-way-forward-for-palestinian-liberation-platypus-review/ - 2023: Panel "Decolonisation and the Left" w/ Ralph Leonard, James Heartfield, Andrew Sanchez https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfScpu06K_o - ​​2010: Initiative Sozialistisches Forum, “Communism and Israel” https://platypus1917.org/2010/10/08/communism-and-israel/ - 2023: Teach-in Pamela N.: History and Helplessness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9BX4HGK1m8&t=148s&ab_channel=PlatypusAffiliatedSociety - 2023: Teach-in Lucy P.: The Anti War Movement, Platypus And The Death Of The Millennial Left https://archive.org/details/antiwarmovementteach-in Platypus European Conference, 25 - 27 Jan. 2024 in Berlin https://100yearsafterlenin.com/

P.M. Edition for Sept 8. The IRS is planning to audit large hedge fund and real-estate firms. U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin explains. Plus, a small bank in Philadelphia faces a test of depositors' faith. Finance reporter Jonathan Weil has the story. And personal health and wellness reporter Alex Janin tries to live the perfect day. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The IRS will begin a pilot program next year to help some taxpayers fill out and file their income tax returns for free online. WSJ's Richard Rubin on the government's first steps towards building a competitor to TurboTax and H&R Block.  Further Reading: - IRS Will Offer Free Online Tax Prep for Some Taxpayers in 2024  - TurboTax Settlement: How to Know If You Qualify for Part of the $141 Million Payout  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Richard Rubin is a memory expert and memory athlete with an incredible mnemonic tactic he calls the Massively Distributed Memory Palace.

P.M. Edition for Dec. 21. After more than three years of legal wrangling, some of former President Donald Trump's tax returns will be made public. The House Ways and Means Committee has issued a 25-page report summarizing Trump family financial documents. But the full returns have yet to be released. U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin joins Annmarie Fertoli to discuss the committee's findings and what the returns may yet reveal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 13. U.S. lawmakers are struggling to reach bipartisan agreement on a year-end tax deal backed by businesses and antipoverty advocates. WSJ tax policy reporter Richard Rubin explains the state of negotiations and the implications for taxpayers if members of Congress can't make a deal. Plus, FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is arrested in the Bahamas. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JAH SAY "DA CAST BE IRIE!!!"We hit some rastafarian vibez at the start of this. Then delve in to power trios and the mind of Richard Rubin.Trying to go off pure feelz on the last couple pods, hope yall enjoy!I'm gonna try and really plan out the next cast and have a set topic, we'll see.Cause the rastafari in me self tinks jah would say "leeyurn from de earf!"SOCIALS:www.musicmemorycast.compatreon.com/musicmemorycastinstagram.com/musicmemorycastfacebook.com/The-Music-Memory-Cast-114674514568802/tiktok.com/@music_memory-cast

Every year, inflation triggers adjustments to many of the nation's tax laws. WSJ tax reporter Richard Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how this year's especially high inflation will result in changes that could wind up boosting Americans' paychecks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Repvblik co-founder and principal Richard Rubin joins the show to discuss how his company reimagines and transforms existing infrastructure to become workforce housing. We discuss the future of office space, how adaptive reuse helps address the labor shortage, and how to reckon with pandemic-induced questions about quality of life, as we inch our way closer to the “metaverse.” Plus, Laura learns what Branson, Missouri is, and Cameron shares some fun facts about a well-known (but maybe cursed?) Washington hotel ahead of NACCED's annual Legislative Conference. Follow the show on Twitter at @HousingPodcast and send us a note at podcast@nacced.org. Please subscribe and give us a five-star rating. Thanks for listening!  

Democrats gambled that their expanded child tax credit would be so popular, Congress wouldn't let it lapse. It just lapsed. WSJ's Richard Rubin explains why the monthly checks for parents are ending, and dad Jamie Herrington discusses what it means for his family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The IRS will begin accepting returns for the 2021 tax year on Jan. 24. WSJ tax reporter Richard Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the agency is expecting processing delays, and how you can make sure your tax refund is handled is quickly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Stacy-Marie Ishmael talk about Facebook's transformation to Metaverse, how the billionaire income tax would work (and why it won't happen), and Hertz's new deal with Tesla.  In the Plus segment: How a butt dial blundered a coup. Mentioned In the show:  “Why Hertz's big Tesla deal is such a blockbuster” by Rebecca Heilweil “Democrats' billionaire tax would heavily target 10 wealthiest Americans, but alternative plan is emerging” by Jeff Stein, Andrew Van Dam and Tony Romm “How the Billionaires Income Tax Would Work” by Richard Rubin  “What the Metaverse Is, Who's in It and Why It Matters” by Nate Lanxon  “Facebook's Doppelganger ETF Rakes in Cash on Mistaken Identity” by Vildana Hajric and Claire Ballentine “Facebook just revealed its new name: Meta” by Kim Lyons  “Rogers Chairman Fires Board for Firing Him for Firing CEO” by Matt Levine     Email: slatemoney@slate.com Podcast production by Cheyna Roth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Felix Salmon, Emily Peck and Stacy-Marie Ishmael talk about Facebook's transformation to Metaverse, how the billionaire income tax would work (and why it won't happen), and Hertz's new deal with Tesla.  In the Plus segment: How a butt dial blundered a coup. Mentioned In the show:  “Why Hertz's big Tesla deal is such a blockbuster” by Rebecca Heilweil “Democrats' billionaire tax would heavily target 10 wealthiest Americans, but alternative plan is emerging” by Jeff Stein, Andrew Van Dam and Tony Romm “How the Billionaires Income Tax Would Work” by Richard Rubin  “What the Metaverse Is, Who's in It and Why It Matters” by Nate Lanxon  “Facebook's Doppelganger ETF Rakes in Cash on Mistaken Identity” by Vildana Hajric and Claire Ballentine “Facebook just revealed its new name: Meta” by Kim Lyons  “Rogers Chairman Fires Board for Firing Him for Firing CEO” by Matt Levine     Email: slatemoney@slate.com Podcast production by Cheyna Roth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than 100 countries agreed last week to a 15% global minimum corporate tax. WSJ's Richard Rubin details how the deal came together, and WSJ's Paul Hannon explains why Ireland - which has long had some of the lowest tax rates in Europe - finally got on board.

The Biden administration has ambitious plans to spend over $2 trillion – an alleged “one-time” capital investment in our nation's infrastructure. This spending is to be paid for largely by higher taxes on corporations. Biden's “soak the rich” campaign rhetoric included a promise not to raise taxes on anyone earning under $400,000 a year. My question: Is his proposal to raise the corporate income tax rate from 21 to 28% breaking his promise?Who bears the burden?This week, I welcome the Wall Street Journal's U.S tax policy reporter Richard Rubin to the show to help break down the concept of tax incidence, and explore the hidden downstream effects of increasing taxes on “the rich.” Rubin is a neutral observer with no particular agenda other than to help readers understand what to expect when politicians in Washington D.C. change the tax code. The key question, Rubin says, is who actually pays the price? The corporations themselves? Corporate profits will suffer, as Biden seems to expect, as will the shareholders. But what about workers who depend on corporate investment in capital to enhance their productivity, and pay them living wages?Jobs, Jobs, JobsThe President assures us that the infrastructure bill will boost jobs, but we must always make visible the unseen effects of pulling a dollar out of the private sector in order to spend it elsewhere.

Petrified Forest National Park (0:00:00) As you drive through the northeastern parts of Arizona, you enter the land belonging to Petrified Forest National Park. Surrounded by red rocks, this national park has a renowned beauty. There are so many places to hike, explore, and discover. We wanted to learn more about this park, so we've invited one of the park's rangers, Sarah Herve onto the show. Sarah oversees the rangers and volunteers who share the park's story with visitors.   Work Personas (0:21:10) You just got promoted to a leadership position at work. You don't want to mess it up, so you decide that you are going to put out a more authoritative image to bring your team to success. You're now a leader and it's time you start acting like one. That's all fine and good, but what happens if you take it too far and aren't true to yourself? Former CFO of Microsoft North America and a leadership coach, John Rex, joins us to share his advice for being genuine in the work environment and avoiding work personas.   Taxes in July (0:52:45) Many Americans have been thrown off by the country's decision to move the deadline to file taxes from April to July. We're joined by Richard Rubin, US tax policy reporter for the Wall Street Journal, to discuss what difference this makes and how we can make sure we're filing the right way.   Mini Book Club: Modern Fairytales (1:11:28) Rachel Wadham, of BYU Radio's Worlds Awaiting, talks with Lisa and Richie about the best modern fairytale retellings to read. You can find a complete list of the books she talked about by finding The Lisa Show on all social media platforms.   The Rainbow Movement (1:20:40) You know that excitement and amazement you feel when you see a rainbow? How about a double rainbow? Well you've probably never been as excited as Paul Vasquez. If you don't remember... 10 years ago a man named Paul Vasquez was so enthusiastic about seeing a double rainbow that his reaction went viral. He was even interviewed on national news about it. Well today's guest, Bill Ulrich, also had a life-changing experience upon seeing a rainbow, and eventually teamed up with Paul Vasquez to establish The Rainbow Movement—a foundation devoted to making the world a better place.   Finding Hidden Money (1:30:51) Rent day is coming up, utility bills are due, and you need to make your car payment. The fixed expenses in your life just seem to keep piling up and financial breathing keeps diminishing. It seems like the only solution is to increase your cash flow. But what if you could create more finical breathing room in the budget you already have? Here to talk to us about the “hidden money” in our budgets and how to find it and utilize it is finance writer Renee Sylvestre-Williams.

Corona Stimulus Checks (0:00:00) I think it's safe to say that coronavirus has put all of us in a bind, especially financially. For many Americans, the financial pressure of juggling job losses with medical bills, rent, mortgages, and other payments has been nothing short of overwhelming. But Congress has recently approved an economic-relief package that will provide direct financial support to those who qualify. So, what do we need to know about this relief plan, and how do we know if we qualify for a stimulus check? We're joined today by Richard Rubin, the US tax policy reporter for the Wall Street Journal , here with us to discuss these checks.   Everyday Rockstar (0:08:27) Lisa and Richie feature this week's Everyday Rockstar. You could be feature on the show too! Send your nominations to thelisashow@byu.edu.   Resolving Conflict When You're Stuck at Home (0:21:26) One of the many side effects of this virus is that our kids are suddenly cooped up at home without school or work to entertain them. This has led to some craziness in my house! And parents don't have their usual escapes anymore either! This can lead to lots of tension and frustration where none has existed before. So how do we handle conflict when we can't escape each other? With us today to answer this question is Emily Taylor ; she's a certified mediator, conflict specialist, and communications trainer, with five kids of her own to practice on!   Giving Hope (0:38:36) On the Lisa Show, we like to highlight people making a difference in the world. Our next guest saw an issue that has had an impact on so many people –mental illness –and she decided that she wanted to help. Instead of feeling disheartened by the heaviness that comes with mental illness, she was inspired to turn outwards and to take her hope international. After Erika Charles completed a Master's degree in International Disaster Psychology she started a new career as a Global Mental Health and Psychosocial Support specialist, eventually leading her to start one of the only mental health organizations in Haiti: Espere –which means Hope.   The Environment and Mental Health (0:50:36) There's something peaceful about sitting in a clean room. Since we're all spending a lot of time in our homes, it's important for our mental health that our living spaces are environments that we want to be in. I know for many people with kids, or even just busy schedule though, maintaining that clean home can be difficult. So, what can we do to keep the clutter controlled? Here to share her insight with us is psychologist and author Dr. Lynn Saladino.    Bravery in Adversity (1:10:24) We've been facing a lot of adversity in the world with COVID-19, and it's caused a lot of worry for each of us. Some of us have lost jobs, some of us don't know if we'll be able to keep our job much longer and worries about the health and safety of loved ones is abundant. So, for now, and for after this crisis when we face hard things, how can we be brave in the face of adversity? Anita K. has over a decade of experience in workplace and personal coaching. We've invited her on the show today to discuss how she helps people manage and improve their lives in the face of adversity.   Social Distancing and the Disabled (1:27:18) Social distancing has been hard for all of us but especially for those who are legally blind. The blind community is facing additional challenges that contribute to their already vulnerable state. Understanding their struggles can allow us to look for ways that we can help them during these difficult times. This morning we are talking with Manny Giminez about what it means to be blind during this pandemic. Manny is legally blind and he and his girlfriend use their YouTube channel, “ Dalesha's life ”, to educate people about blindness.

Congress just passed a $2 trillion stimulus bill in response to the coronavirus outbreak and the economic crisis it created. Americans are curious if they will get benefits. While you probably will get a check , how much should you expect? The Wall Street Journal's Richard Rubin joins the Rundown to break down who receives a check and who does not?  The coronavirus pandemic has impacted many small businesses. The restaurant industry has been especially hard hit as many owners have been forced to close down their dining areas and only serve takeout because of social distancing.  This has left many restaurant workers unemployed and uncertain about when they can return to work again. Restaurant owner and host of the Food Network series "Restaurant: Impossible" chef Robert Irvine weighs in on if restaurants will survive this, how they can possibly adapt to keep the outbreak from killing their businesses. Plus, commentary by Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress just passed a $2 trillion stimulus bill in response to the coronavirus outbreak and the economic crisis it created. Americans are curious if they will get benefits. While you probably will get a check , how much should you expect? The Wall Street Journal's Richard Rubin joins the Rundown to break down who receives a check and who does not?  The coronavirus pandemic has impacted many small businesses. The restaurant industry has been especially hard hit as many owners have been forced to close down their dining areas and only serve takeout because of social distancing.  This has left many restaurant workers unemployed and uncertain about when they can return to work again. Restaurant owner and host of the Food Network series "Restaurant: Impossible" chef Robert Irvine weighs in on if restaurants will survive this, how they can possibly adapt to keep the outbreak from killing their businesses. Plus, commentary by Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall.