1 big thing

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In the early weeks in March of last year, the auto industry was struggling. One of the biggest issues it faced was how to keep workers safe. Office workers from the Big Three were sent home in early March, but nearly 150,000 factory workers were required to stay on the line.

  • Plus, how the latest royal family controversy reminds Brits of Brexit.


Guests: Axios' Joann Muller and Felix Salmon.

Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Erica Pandey, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Alice Wilder, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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