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What's News brings you the biggest news of the day, from business and finance to global and political developments that move markets. Get caught up in minutes twice a day on weekdays, then take a step back with our What’s News in Markets wrap-up on Saturday and our What’s News Sunday deep dive.

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What's News brings you the biggest news of the day, from business and finance to global and political developments that move markets. Get caught up in minutes twice a day on weekdays, then take a step back with our What’s News in Markets wrap-up on Saturday and our What’s News Sunday deep dive.

    Biden, Trump to Go Head to Head for First Time Since 2020

    Biden, Trump to Go Head to Head for First Time Since 2020

    A.M. Edition for June 27. Ahead of President Biden and former President Donald Trump’s high-stakes clash in tonight’s presidential debate, WSJ’s Annie Linskey shares what she learned by rewatching the two men’s debates from four years ago. Plus, Bolivia’s president hangs on to power after an attempted coup. And, Ben & Jerry’s co-founders say corporate activism isn’t bad for business—just the opposite. Kate Bullivant hosts.



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    After ‘Squad’ Member Bowman’s Defeat, What’s Next for Aipac?

    After ‘Squad’ Member Bowman’s Defeat, What’s Next for Aipac?

    P.M. Edition for June 26. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee spent over $14 million in advertising to defeat New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman. Congress reporter Natalie Andrews says it now has another progressive House member in its sights. And Anna Hirtenstein reports on the Biden administration’s tough task balancing domestic gas prices with maintaining pressure on its oil-pumping geopolitical adversaries. Plus, how investors will soon be able to place legal bets on the latest economic reports. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.



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    Falsely Accused WSJ Reporter in Russian Court for Start of Closed-Door Proceedings

    Falsely Accused WSJ Reporter in Russian Court for Start of Closed-Door Proceedings

    A.M. Edition for June 26. Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich appears in court to face an allegation of espionage that he, the Journal and the U.S. government vehemently deny. WSJ world coverage chief Gordon Fairclough says the proceedings lack due process and that Gershkovich is being held hostage to geopolitical events. Plus, Rep. Jamaal Bowman loses his Democratic primary, while Republican Lauren Boebert wins hers. And, Kenyan protesters storm parliament as discontent with a raft of tax increases boils over. Luke Vargas hosts.



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    China Pulls Ahead of U.S. in the Race to the Moon

    China Pulls Ahead of U.S. in the Race to the Moon

    P.M. Edition for June 25. China takes a big step ahead of the U.S. in the new space race. Stu Woo explains what’s at stake. And Rep. Lauren Boebert is favored to win her primary election in Colorado in a new district. Elizabeth Findell has more. Plus, Te-Ping Chen explains why people are turning to virtual experts to coach them through home repairs. Francesca Fontana hosts.



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    Assange Strikes Deal to Plead Guilty and Walk Free

    Assange Strikes Deal to Plead Guilty and Walk Free

    A.M. Edition for June 25. WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is set to gain his freedom after reaching an agreement to end his yearslong battle to avoid trial over his U.S. espionage case. Plus, the WSJ’s Jonathan Cheng explains the significance of the U.S Ambassador to China accusing Beijing of undermining diplomacy. And, Boeing adds a last-minute twist to talks to buy Spirit AeroSystems, while rival Airbus struggles to meet production targets. Luke Vargas hosts.



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    • 13 min
    Turning Malls Into Minicities Is Slow Work for Brookfield

    Turning Malls Into Minicities Is Slow Work for Brookfield

    P.M. Edition for June 24. Brookfield Property Partners’ plan to redevelop malls hits some road bumps. Reporter Kate King has more. And abortion-rights advocates are testing a new red state playbook in Ohio. National legal affairs reporter Laura Kusisto explains the state’s fight over abortion. Plus, columnist Jon Sindreu on how summer travel is booming, but airline stocks are not. Francesca Fontana hosts.



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