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China is on track to become an atomic superpower alongside the United States and Russia. The Pentagon estimates that China will roughly quadruple its nuclear stockpile by 2035. What does that mean for the U.S.? Plus, the Supreme Court delays a decision on the abortion pill. And, what to know now about Lyme Disease. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Oriana González, and George Washington University's...

Fox News reached a $787 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems on Tuesday – after a jury had been selected and lawyers were waiting to make their opening statements. What does this 11th-hour settlement mean for the media company? Plus, an American journalist arrested in Russia makes his first court appearance. And, it’s the NBA playoffs. Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer, Dave Lawler and Kendal...

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy pledged to pass legislation to raise the debt ceiling at at the New York Stock Exchange on Monday - but all of this comes as budget politics are heating up on Capitol Hill. What will it take to reach a consensus? Plus, AI-generated tax scams. And, what the Bud Light controversy says about America today. Guests: Axios' Matt Phillips, Peter Allen Clark and Eleanor...

It’s another pivotal week for the U.S. Supreme Court when it comes to abortion access. A ruling by the Supreme Court on Friday has temporarily blocked lower court rulings restricting the abortion pill, mifepristone. Plus, where the highest unemployment rates in the country are. And, violence in Sudan as two rival military factions fight for control. Also, exactly how fast the world’s fastest marat...

A 21-year-old Air National Guardsman was arrested in connection with leaking classified Pentagon documents. On Capitol Hill, lawmakers are calling for California Senator Dianne Feinstein to resign. And in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis attempts to ban abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. And, the medical use of maggots is on the rise. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen and Swansea University's Yamni Nigam....

President Biden is visiting Ireland this week to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday agreement — which brought peace to Northern Ireland and ended most violence between Catholics and Protestants after decades. Plus, understanding the latest on inflation. And, Twitter versus public media. Guests: Axios' Courtenay Brown, Sara Fischer and Dave Lawler. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Nial...

Four days after being expelled by the GOP-led Tennessee State House, Democratic Representative Justin Jones was reinstated on Monday. Jones was one of two Black Democratic lawmakers expelled for participating in a gun-control protest following The Covenant School shooting. What happens now? Plus, why the UK economy is projected to be worse than Russia’s. And, how that’s even affecting - British fi...

At least four people are dead and nine others are injured following a shooting at a bank in Louisville, Kentucky on Monday. The suspect was shot on the scene by police. This marks America's 146th mass shooting in 100 days. Plus, Americans are not ready for retirement. And, charging your electric car may get a lot easier. Guests: Axios' Alex Fitzpatrick, Erica Pandey and The Trace's Jennifer Mascia...

If you thought the Supreme Court was done with abortion, two major rulings might thrust the debate back to the highest court less than a year after Roe v. Wade was struck down. Plus, housing politics in the suburbs. And, the Masters wraps up without Tiger Woods. Guests: Axios' Oriana González, Caitlin Owens and Jeff Tracy. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Margaret Talev, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwang...

Given how much the word historic has been thrown around this week, for our Friday State of Play conversation, we catch up with Axios' Co-founder Mike Allen about the former President's criminal indictment. Plus, the generosity of religious Americans. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen and IUPUI's Dr. David King. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex...

Russia and Ukraine have been fighting for months now to control Bakhmut, a city in eastern Ukraine. But the battle has turned into the bloodiest fight of the war so far. It comes as Ukraine prepares to launch an important spring counteroffensive. Plus, the safety issues at dollar stores. And - what about using potatoes in place of Easter eggs this year? Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, Nathan Bomey and...

Former President Donald Trump, in a Manhattan criminal court on Tuesday, pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in the first degree. Plus, in a blow to Russia, Finland becomes a member of NATO. And, some big improvements at airports across the U.S. Guests: Axios' David Lindsey, Alex Fitzpatrick and ProPublica/NPR's Ilya Marritz. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Ni...

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee was joined by state lawmakers on Monday to announce potential new measures to protect teachers and students against gun violence. This was in response to the deadly mass shooting at Nashville’s Covenant School where three children and three adults were killed last week. Plus, the Artemis II moon mission announces its historic crew. And, a major media deal creates a new...

At least 32 people are dead after a series of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes hit the South, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic over the weekend. That brings the American death toll from tornadoes over the past two weeks to more than 50. Plus, the latest on former president Trump’s indictment. And, the debate over crime in the nation’s capital. Guests: Axios' Andrew Freedman, Cuneyt Dil and Adriel Bettel...

A Manhattan grand jury indicted former President Donald Trump on Thursday, on criminal charges related to a hush-money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels during Trump’s 2016 campaign. He will be the first former president to face criminal charges. Plus, the push for anti-trans legislation in America. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Russell Contreras. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Bo...

More than 20 years after the U.S. invasion of Iraq, the Senate voted on Wednesday to repeal the war authorization that allows the office of the President to invade that country without the approval of Congress. Plus, the FDA approves over-the-counter sale of Narcan. And, how baseball looks different this Opening Day. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Jeff Tracy. Credits: Axios Today is produced by N...

People from all over the world are arriving at the Southern U.S. border, including an influx of Chinese migrants and asylum seekers. Meanwhile, a deadly fire at a migrant holding facility in the Mexican border town of Ciudad Juarez broke out late Monday, killing 39 people and injuring 29 others. It’s the latest example of the dangers asylum seekers face when trying to enter the U.S. Plus, fake bom...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he will delay his coalition's judicial overhaul legislation to “avoid civil war.” Protesters have flooded the streets of Israel for months in opposition to his plan to weaken Israel’s Supreme Court. Plus, another fatal school shooting, this time killing six. And, a drinking water scare in Philadelphia. Guests: Axios' Barak Ravid and Shane Sa...

The National Relations Labor Board recently ruled that broad non-disparagement clauses — which some companies make workers sign to receive severance benefits — are unlawful. Plus, Mississippi and Alabama face the aftermath of a deadly tornado. And, how more U.S. schools are supporting students during Ramadan. Guests: Axios' Emily Peck and Shawna Chen. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Bood...

Former President Trump could be facing an indictment over an alleged campaign finance violation — but some Democrats worry that this could undermine future prosecution of more serious charges. Plus, TikTok’s CEO faces a tough crowd on Capitol Hill. And, how college basketball stars are cashing in on March Madness. Guests: Axios' Ashley Gold, Alexi McCammond, Hans Nichols and Jeff Tracy. Credits: A...

Nearly half of Americans are living with obesity, according to a new analysis from NORC at the University of Chicago. States in the South and Midwest are showing some of the highest obesity numbers. Plus, Moderna’s CEO gets grilled by Congress. And, Muslim Americans lend a helping hand this Ramadan. Guests: Axios' Arielle Dreher and Zakat Foundation of America's Halil Demir. Credits: Axios Today i...

TikTok said it has more than 150 million monthly U.S. users. The Chinese-owned video sharing app is on the hot seat on Capitol Hill this week. As lawmakers grapple with the app’s consumer privacy and data security practices. Plus, what’s at stake with today’s Fed announcement. And, evictions return to pre-pandemic levels. Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer, Alex Fitzpatrick and Neil Irwin. Credits: Axios...

The new UN climate report shows that the window for limiting global warming is closing fast. Scientist are ringing the bells that current climate actions are taking place too slowly. Plus, how social media has fueled a raft of car thefts. And, the snack aisle is getting bigger. Guests: Axios' Andrew Freedman, Annalise Frank and Jennifer Kingson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, R...

Russian President Vladimir Putin made a surprise visit to Mariupol this weekend, marking his first trip to the Ukrainian territory Russia annexed in September. And, Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Moscow for the first time since Russia invaded Ukraine. Plus, what you need to know about a possible criminal indictment against former President Trump. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Mike Allen...

U.S. aid to Ukraine is becoming a lightning rod issue among Republicans who are positioning themselves for 2024. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis made waves this week when he came out against U.S. support in Ukraine. Plus, a lifeline for First Republic Bank. And, cutting down on the cost of streaming. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev, Javier E. David and Rahul Mukherjee. Credits: Axios Today is produced...