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The Trump administration announced yesterday they would withdraw around 2,000 troops from Afghanistan by Jan. 15, 2021. This comes after President Trump’s Pentagon shake up last week when he fired Defense Secretary Mark Esper and a few other officials.

  • Plus, corporate America's failure to retain Black employees.
  • And, a new group wants to jumpstart electric car sales.


    • Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, Erica Pandey and Ben Geman

    Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Dan Bobkoff, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alex Sugiura and Naomi Shavin. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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    • Trump to cut troops in Afghanistan, but not to zero
    • Corporate America's revolving door for Black employees
    • Corporate heavyweights ramp up electric vehicle lobbying push
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