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Bloomberg Balance of Power, where the world of politics meets the world of business. David Westin speaks with experts from Bloomberg News, Bloomberg Government, Bloomberg Tax and Bloomberg Law about how lawmakers, government officials, and business leaders impact business and American policies at home and abroad.

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Bloomberg Balance of Power, where the world of politics meets the world of business. David Westin speaks with experts from Bloomberg News, Bloomberg Government, Bloomberg Tax and Bloomberg Law about how lawmakers, government officials, and business leaders impact business and American policies at home and abroad.

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English


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Balance of Power: Matt Gaetz Ends Attorney General Bid (Podcast)

11/21/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Former US Secretary of Education Arne Duncan as Matt Gaetz announces that he will no longer be seeking the role of Attorney General. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about Gaetz's decision. Democratic Congressman Don Beyer of Virginia and Democratic Congressman Sean Casten of Illinois about the House Ethics investigation into Gaetz and what happens to the report.

Duration:00:52:37

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Balance of Power: Congress Set for Trump Clash on Gaetz Nomination (Podcast)

11/20/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Democratic Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois about the House Ethics investigation into Matt Gaetz and the future of US-China relations in the Trump administration. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Bluestack Strategies Founder Maura Gillespie about Gaetz's confirmation process. The Madison Group Managing Partner Robb Watters about the lobbying business in DC ahead of the new Congress and presidential administration.

Duration:00:34:31

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Balance of Power: 1,000 Days of War in Ukraine (Podcast)

11/19/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Republican Congressman Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee as Russian President Vladimir Putin signs an updated nuclear arms doctrine. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and former RNC Communications Director Lisa Camooso Miller as senators push for more information on Donald Trump's Attorney General pick. Democratic Congressman Sean Casten of Illinois about the House Ethics Committee's investigation into Matt Gaetz. Bloomberg News Correspondent David Gura in Rio as world leaders react to Ukraine's use of US-provided missiles in Russian territory. Stimson Center Senior Fellow Kelly Grieco about what could be next in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Bloomberg's Nancy Cook as Trump continues to deliberate his Treasury Secretary pick. Former Chief Economist at the National Economic Council under Trump Joe Lavorgna about the economic policies of a second Trump administration.

Duration:01:02:27

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Balance of Power: Trump's Top Treasury Pick in Disarray (Podcast)

11/18/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Politics Editor Laura Davison about Donald Trump's possible picks for Treasury Secretary. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and Democratic Strategist Caitlin Legacki about Trump's administration nominations so far. Bloomberg News Correspondent David Gura in Rio for the G-20 Summit. National Defense Strategy Commission Chair Jane Harman as President Joe Biden nears a decision to allow Ukraine to use long-range US missiles in Russian territory. Republican Main Street Partnership President and CEO Sarah Chamberlain about the lame duck session ahead in Congress. West Front Strategies Principal and former Special Assistant to the Director of Homeland Security Ashley Davis about the Trump transition so far.

Duration:00:54:49

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Bloomberg Balance of Power: Trump Fills Out Cabinet (Podcast)

11/15/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Anna Ashton, Founder of Ashton Analytics, on US-China relations during a second Trump administration and President Biden's upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) on China, Trump's transition and Congressional spending Jeanne Sheehan Zaino, Senior Democracy Fellow with the Center for the Study of the Presidency & Congress and Bloomberg Politics Contributor & Ashley Davis, West Front Strategies Principal on Trump's cabinet selection process Bloomberg News legal team leader Sara Forden on Trump tapping ex-SEC chair Jay Clayton to serve as US Attorney for Manhattan, and Trump's relationship with the Department of Justice Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) on Trump's selection of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, Fed Independence

Duration:00:46:52

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Balance of Power: Congress Reacts to Cabinet Picks (Podcast)

11/14/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Republican Congressman Andy Barr of Kentucky about new leadership in the House. Democratic Congressman Dan Goldman of New York about the work his party can get done in the House as the minority. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Echo Canyon Consulting Founder Jon Seaton about the latest race calls in Congress. Atlantic Council Nonresident Senior Fellow Melinda Haring about what Donald Trump's prospective national security team means for Ukraine.

Duration:00:39:15

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Balance of Power: Trump Wins Republican Trifecta (Podcast)

11/13/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: University of Virginia’s Miller Center Professor in Presidential Studies Barbara Perry as Joe Biden and Donald Trump meet in the Oval Office Wednesday morning. Former RNC Communications Director Lisa Camooso Miller and Bully Pulpit International Managing Director Adam Hodge as South Dakota Senator John Thune is elected Senate Majority Leader. Bloomberg's Tyler Kendall from the White House. Bloomberg Senior Editor and Reporter Michelle Jamrisko about Trump's cabinet might signal about his incoming administration's foreign policy. Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York about Trump and Elon Musk's visit to the House Republican Conference meeting Wednesday morning. Wiley Rein LLP National Security Practice Group Lead Nazak Nikakhtar about Trump's trade policy.

Duration:00:49:28

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Balance of Power: Trump Continues Filling Out Incoming Administration (Podcast)

11/12/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Senior Washington Correspondent Saleha Mohsin as Donald Trump narrows in on his pick for Treasury Secretary. Emory University Associate Political Science Professor Andra Gillespie as Republicans look increasingly likely of securing control of the House of Representatives. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Lighthouse Public Affairs Founder Chapin Fay about some of Trump's picks for his cabinet so far. Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Jack Fitzpatrick about the lame duck session coming up on Capitol Hill. Landus CEO Matt Carstens about what a second Trump administration means for US farmers.

Duration:00:43:05

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Balance of Power: Republicans Near Washington Trifecta (Podcast)

11/11/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts about his visions for Project 2025 and his new book "Dawn’s Early Light: Taking Back Washington to Save America." Bloomberg Politics Contributor Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Republican Strategist Lester Munson about the latest developments from President-Elect Donald Trump's presidential transition. Corcoran Street Group Founder Brad Howard about what's next for the Democratic Party following last week's election results. ROKK Solutions Co-Founder and Partner Ron Bonjean about Trump's picks for key positions in his cabinet.

Duration:00:53:12

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Balance of Power: Trump Transition Taking Shape (Podcast)

11/8/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg Politics Editor Laura Davison as Donald Trump starts putting together his team for a second administration. Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida about what's next for her party following the 2024 elections. Bloomberg Legal Reporter Erik Larson as US Special Counsel Jack Smith asks a federal judge to pause the election interference prosecution against Trump. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about Trump's legal issues now that he is President-Elect. University of Arizona Political Science Professor Samara Klar about Arizona's election results. Bloomberg Government Congress Reporter Zach Cohen about the Senate leadership battle. Co-Leader of PwC’s National Tax Office and former Deputy Chief of Staff to Senator Mitch McConnell Rohit Kumar about what tax policy will look like in 2025.

Duration:00:57:52

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Instant Reaction: Jay Powell on Fed Policy (Podcast)

11/7/2024
Bloomberg's Tom Keene, Jonathan Ferro and Lisa Abramowicz discuss remarks from Fed Chair Jay Powell following the Federal Reserve's latest policy decision on a special edition of Bloomberg Surveillance

Duration:00:34:34

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Instant Reaction: The Fed Decides (Podcast)

11/7/2024
Bloomberg's Tom Keene, Jonathan Ferro and Lisa Abramowicz break down the Federal Reserve's latest policy decision on a special edition of Bloomberg Surveillance

Duration:00:31:39

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Balance of Power: Harris, Biden Address the Nation (Podcast)

11/7/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Republican Congressman Carlos Gimenez of Florida about the Latino vote in the 2024 Election. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino as Democrats look to regroup following losses in the White House and the Senate. University of New Hampshire Survey Center Director Andrew Smith about the polling industry in the US.

Duration:00:33:21

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Balance of Power: Trump Secures Return to White House (Podcast)

11/6/2024

Duration:00:37:02

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Balance of Power: America Heads to the Polls (Podcast)

11/5/2024
Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg's David Gura and Romaine Bostick as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris make their closing arguments to swing state voters. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about each candidate's path to 270 Electoral College Votes. Democratic Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois about how reproductive rights and the Supreme Court will impact voters' decision at the poll. Martin Luther King III, son of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Chairman of the Drum Major Institute, and Arndrea Waters King, President of the Drum Major Institute, about the rights of Black Americans in 2024 and top issues on the ballot. Chairman of the Republican National Committee Michael Whatley about what the RNC is watching on Election Day.

Duration:00:48:56

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Balance of Power: Eve of the Election (Podcast)

11/4/2024
What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey: https://bit.ly/48b5Rdn Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg's Tyler Kendall, Romaine Bostick and Anna Edgerton about final battleground preparations by Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Political Scientist Lara Brown about the closing arguments from both candidates. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the latest polling data. Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts about the chances of his party flipping the control of the House of Representatives. Morning Consult US Politics Analyst Eli Yokley about who has the momentum heading into Election Day. Former Acting White House Chief of Staff and former Republican Congressman Mick Mulvaney about the Trump Campaign's odds of winning back the White House.

Duration:00:57:35

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Balance of Power: Campaign Enters Its Final Stretch (Podcast)

11/1/2024
What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey: https://bit.ly/48b5Rdn Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Co-Host of Bloomberg's Odd Lots Podcast Joe Weisenthal about the latest US jobs data and how the markets are watching the US elections. Bloomberg Opinion Senior Executive Editor Timothy L. O'Brien about Donald Trump's rhetoric in the closing days of the election. Chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers Jared Bernstein as US hiring advanced at the slowest pace since 2020 in October, a month distorted by severe hurricanes and a major strike at Boeing Co. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about reports that the White House press office altered President Joe Biden's official transcript following his "garbage" remarks. Associated Press Executive Editor Julie Pace about how the AP will make race calls on Election Night.

Duration:01:01:51

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Balance of Power: Trump Insists He’s Clear Frontrunner (Podcast)

10/31/2024
What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey: https://bit.ly/48b5Rdn Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Ipsos US Public Affairs President Cliff Young about the latest polling data from the campaign trail. Democratic Congresswoman Gwen Moore of Wisconsin as both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held campaign rallies in Moore's state Wednesday. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about misinformation around the election. American Action Forum President Douglas Holtz-Eakin about the latest US economic data.

Duration:00:43:24

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Balance of Power: Harris Responds to Biden 'Garbage' Remark (Podcast)

10/30/2024
What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey: https://bit.ly/48b5Rdn Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Democratic Strategist and Corcoran Street Group Founder Brad Howard as Kamala Harris said she “strongly” disagreed with comments made by President Joe Biden Tuesday night. Bloomberg Correspondent David Gura about his interview with Senator Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin. Former Democratic Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy of Florida about Harris' speech at the Ellipse in Washington DC Tuesday. Bloomberg Politics Contributor Rick Davis and Democratic Strategist Laura Fink about Supreme Court rulings that will impact the ballot. Bloomberg Markets Correspondent Abigail Doolittle about how Wall Street is watching the election. Paradigm Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Justin Slaughter about cryptocurrency and the 2024 election.

Duration:00:54:45

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Balance of Power: Harris Preps Speech at Site of Trump Jan. 6 Rally (Podcast)

10/29/2024
What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey: https://bit.ly/48b5Rdn Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Former Republican Congressman and Founder and CEO of RIIG Technology Denver Riggleman ahead of Kamala Harris' speech in Washington DC Tuesday night. NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson about the organization's new polling data and rhetoric on the campaign trail. Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the continued fallout from Donald Trump's rally Sunday at Madison Square Garden. North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine Marshall about voting access in western parts of the state following Hurricane Helene.

Duration:00:49:10