The 'Uncertainty' Economy

“It feels like the economy is gagging on the uncertainty." That's what Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, told CNN’s Kate Bolduan earlier this week, referring to not just tariffs but taxes, immigration and federal budget cuts. And we're about to get a brand new read on the US economy: who's hiring and who's firing in the first full month of President Trump's second term. Also on today's show: Trump cast doubt on the NATO alliance. Could the US abandon some of its closest allies? And California's Democratic governor breaks with his party on transgender athletes. Is this a preview of the divisions ahead in 2028 and later? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices