P.M. Edition for Feb. 21. Reddit wants to offer shares to 75,000 of its biggest users, in the hope they will boost its stock-market debut, according to people familiar with the matter. IPO reporter Corrie Driebusch explains the possible risks and rewards of the strategy. And the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s January meeting show more officials were concerned with cutting rates too soon as opposed to holding rates too high for too long. Plus, the vice president of Boeing’s 737 program is leaving the company. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

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Reddit Turns to Loyal Users in Unusual IPO Bet

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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.


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Republicans and Democrats Prepare for a Tax-Policy Fight

A.M. Edition for June 7. President Biden is emphasizing the importance of democratic principles as he seeks re-election, but polls show other issues are on voters’ minds. Plus, China’s outbound shipments top economists’ forecasts —defying the specter of looming U.S. tariffs. And, companies from Amazon to DoorDash have started to roll out deliveries by drone. But making aerial shipments profitable is a challenge, WSJ’s Liz Young explains. Luke Vargas hosts.


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Biden to Use D-Day Backdrop for Re-Election Pitch

P.M. Edition for June 6. The country’s aging power grid is due for a burst of new power and electricity demand driven by electric vehicles and new data centers for artificial-intelligence technology. Climate and energy reporter Scott Patterson discusses the White House’s plan to modernize it. And Keith Gill—the meme-stock influencer known as Roaring Kitty—single-handedly moved GameStop’s stock higher. But did he manipulate the market? Alexander Osipovich explains. Plus, business of social media reporter Salvador Rodriguez on Meta’s move to allow businesses on WhatsApp to use free artificial intelligence chatbots. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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How New Tech Could Help Jolt the Aging U.S. Grid

A.M. Edition for June 6. The Federal Trade Commission is investigating whether Microsoft structured one of its latest deals to avoid an antitrust review. WSJ’s Kim Mackrael says regulators are concerned tech giants could snap up the most promising AI applications. Plus, Israel strikes a United Nations school and shelter in Gaza, saying Hamas was operating there. And, we take a look at the foods we might find more of on our plates in the future. Luke Vargas hosts.


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FTC Puts Microsoft AI Deal Under the Microscope

P.M. Edition for June 5. The Wall Street Journal’s David Uberti explains how a booming economy and rising household wealth are helping millions of Americans power through inflation. And the NBA is closing in on a $76 billion TV deal in a defining moment for media and sports. WSJ’s Isabella Simonetti has the details. Plus, Boeing’s Starliner finally blasts off on its first astronaut mission after setbacks and delays. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts.


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Reddit Turns to Loyal Users in Unusual IPO Bet

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