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• Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: The Market’s Detox 3/7/25

  In an extended interview, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the Trump administration’s tariffs, including the timeline of his trip to Kiev and President Zelenskyy’s trip to Washington, DC. Secretary Bessent considers the strength of the U.S. dollar, President Trump’s executive order establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve, and what he calls the market’s “detox” from excessive government spending. Plus, CNBC’s MacKenzie Sigalos explains bitcoin’s reaction to the strategic reserve and the likelihood of foreign governments following suit.  MacKenzie Sigalos - 08:33Scott Bessent - 16:45 In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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• A Taut Trade Friendship & A Temporary Relief for Autos 3/6/25

  As the United States and Canada spar over tariffs, Karina Gould, a candidate for Canadian Prime Minister and former Canadian government House leader, explains Canada’s retaliation against the Trump administration’s tariffs and the Canadian frustration at the current relationship between neighbors. Then, pollster and political strategist Frank Luntz provides insights into swing voters 6 weeks into President Trump’s second term. Luntz discusses the public’s opinion on Elon Musk's influence in Washington and the economic messaging from the White House. Plus, some Senate Republicans push to codify DOGE cuts after meeting with Elon Musk, and automakers have one month’s reprieve from tariffs on autos coming into the U.S. from Mexico and Canada.  Karina Gould - 14:02Frank Luntz - 25:44 In this episode:Frank Luntz, @frankluntzJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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• Tariff Tolls: Price “Disturbance” & Friction for the NHL 3/5/25

  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

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• Target CEO Brian Cornell & Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick 3/4/25

  President Trump’s tariffs on Mexico and Canada take effect today. Target CEO Brian Cornell sits down with Becky Quick to discuss the impact they’ll have on his business and on price tags for consumers; Cornell warns, costs at checkout will likely go up, and soon. While U.S. stocks and investors waver on the new trade rules, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick explains the long term vision for “fair” trade, as well as the price the Trump administration is willing to pay to curb fentanyl’s flow into the country and bring more manufacturing stateside. Plus, President Trump has paused all U.S. military aid to Ukraine.  Brian Cornell - 14:50Howard Lutnick - 31:48 In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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• Shaky Markets & the Fight Heard ‘Round the World 3/3/28

  The markets ended February on a low note as investors digest global and domestic uncertainty and prepare for tariffs set to take effect on Tuesday. Cryptocurrency, however, has rallied on President Trump’s announcement of a strategic crypto reserve. In the aftermath of the heated discussion between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, author, editor, and international affairs professor Nina Khrushcheva examines the U.S. agenda and next steps for Russian President Putin. Hayman Capital Management founder Kyle Bass considers Ukraine’s geopolitical position and the shift in war sentiment among conservatives in the United States. Plus, Anora took home 5 awards from Sunday’s Oscars. Puck founding partner Matt Belloni discusses the other winners, the surprises, and the streaming factor in this year’s Academy Awards.  Megan Cassella - 07:23Nina Khrushcheva - 12:57Kyle Bass - 21:11Matt Belloni - 31:45 In this episode:Matt Belloni, @MattBelloniKyle Bass, @JkylebassMegan Cassella, @mmcassellaMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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