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A.M. Edition for June 4. President Trump’s tariffs on imported steel and aluminum jumped overnight, leading industry players to warn of price increases and potential shortages. Plus, Journal finance editor Alex Frangos discusses the Federal Reserve’s decision to lift its longstanding cap on Wells Fargo’s assets, imposed as punishment for a fake-accounts scandal. And American Clean Power Association CEO Jason Grumet weighs in on the debate over phasing out clean-energy tax credits that’s dividing some Senate Republicans. Luke Vargas hosts.  

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The news to know for Wednesday, June 4, 2025!

We'll update you on America's trade negotiations and how an emergency abortion policy was just reversed. 

Also, there are now air quality concerns spanning several states from the Midwest to the East to the South (and not just from wildfires.)

Plus, we'll tell you which Navy ship is being renamed, why TikTok is banning a popular hashtag, and what new movies will debut at the Tribeca Festival starting today.

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P.M. Edition for June 3. As the U.S. debt grows—and with the “big, beautiful” spending bill set to push it even higher—some on Wall Street are warning that the debt level might soon be unsustainable. And, though it’s not the first time we’ve heard such warnings, WSJ investing columnist Spencer Jakab joins to discuss why this time they’re worth listening to. Plus, Elon Musk criticizes President Trump’s tax-and-spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination.” And the White House sends a $9.4 billion rescissions package to Congress codifying cuts identified by Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. WSJ reporter Jasmine Li talks about what the package includes, and the president’s broader goal behind it. Alex Ossola hosts.

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Seeking justice in Boulder as victims recover. Home insurance sticker shock. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has today's World News Roundup.

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The man arrested in Colorado for an attack on people demonstrating in support of Israeli hostages being held by Hamas is facing a federal hate crime charge and multiple felonies. A second round of talks between Russia and Ukraine did not result in a ceasefire but the two countries did agree to a new prisoner swap. And, following months of political turmoil South Koreans are voting for a new president.

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A.M. Edition for June 3. The OECD is warning the U.S. and global economies are likely to face slowing growth this year and next, amid tariff-related uncertainty and the prospect of higher-for-longer inflation. Plus, chief China correspondent Lingling Wei profiles Beijing’s new trade negotiator and his mandate from Xi Jinping not to cater to Washington. And FEMA scraps its new hurricane plan as storm season kicks off. Luke Vargas hosts.

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The news to know for Tuesday, June 3, 2025!

We're talking about how immigration officials are stepping up enforcement, even in the face of backlash.

Also, we'll tell you what a suspect has told investigators about his flamethrower attack in Colorado this week. 

Plus, where tourists had to run from a volcanic eruption, what's included in a first-of-its-kind reparations package, and why one of the biggest names in podcasting is hanging up the mic.

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Suspect in attack on demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado faces state and federal charges, including hate crime and attempted murder. No substantive negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey following drone attacks by Ukraine on Russian military installations. Runway reopened at Newark Liberty. CBS News Correspondent Jennifer Keiper with tonight's World News Roundup.

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P.M. Edition for June 2. Taser’s boss topped the highest-paid CEOs list this year, while Elon Musk came in last at $0. But as Musk rejoins the business world after his stint in Washington, WSJ’s Theo Francis discusses how Tesla’s board could figure out how much to pay the world's richest man. Plus, the suspect in the Colorado flamethrower attack has been charged with a federal hate crime. And the Trump Organization, the family’s flagship real-estate firm, has expanded globally since the 2024 election. WSJ reporter Brenna Smith describes those projects and what they involve. Alex Ossola hosts.

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Bonus Episode for June 2. President Trump’s tariffs plans pose an enormous challenge for U.S. retailers like Macy’s, Target and Best Buy. Some companies are working to move production out of China, others are negotiating with suppliers or even lifting prices for customers as the trade upheaval scrambles profit forecasts. Investors and analysts also want to know: As tariff turmoil ripples across the U.S. economy, are Americans still shopping? WSJ reporter Suzanne Kapner discusses what companies are saying in earnings reports and analyst calls.

Hannah Erin Lang hosts this special bonus episode of What's News in Earnings, where we dig into companies’ earnings reports and analyst calls to find out what’s going on under the hood of the American economy.

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