The Fed’s Big Decision, TikTok Ban on the Table, Fox Defamation Suit 3/21/23

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Banks Lead Off Earnings Season After Worrisome Quarter 4/13/23: Following the rapid collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, anxiety was rampant throughout the banking sector. Now Wall Street will get a closer look at how deposits may have changed in the past month. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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The Fed’s Big Decision, TikTok Ban on the Table, Fox Defamation Suit 3/21/23: On Last Call, an all-star lineup of guests discuss the federal reserve's rate hike decision and the gravity of Jerome Powell's tone at the press conference in the wake of SVB's collapse. Plus, TikTok's CEO is defending his company -- which appears to be on the brink of an all-out ban. And arguments between legal teams for Fox and Dominion kicked off, with discussions extended for at least another day. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Vivek Ramaswamy Defends his Anti-ESG Crusade, JPMorgan Sues Former Exec Over Epstein Ties, and Members of Congress Buying Up Defense Stocks 3/8/23: As corporate America pushes to become compliant with ESG standards, some – like Vivek Ramaswamy – say Wall Street is going too "woke." JPMorgan has filed a lawsuit against former executive Jes Staley – accusing him of trying to cover up his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. And Kate Kelly joins 'Last Call' to talk about two key members of Congress and their recent trading activity. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Banking Blow Up; Is Your Money Safe? 3/13/23: President Joe Biden assured Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank customers earlier today that their deposits were safe as investors continue to grapple with the fallout. Thomas Peterffy, chairman of Interactive Brokers, spoke with Brian Sullivan about the safety of keeping your money in banks and whether SVB’s collapse raises questions about deposit security. Adam Singolda of Taboola and CNBC Contributor Herb Greenberg also debate the failure of Silicon Valley Bank and what can be done to prevent such collapses in the future. CNBC’s Deirdre Bosa reports ride-sharing apps, including Uber and Lyft, can continue to treat their drivers as independent contractors. Plus, Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) discusses the ConocoPhillips Willow Project approval, which allows the company do drill for oil in Alaska. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Andrew Yang’s Ominous Warning About AI, Disney Deceives DeSantis 3/29/23: Several tech leaders are calling on companies like OpenAI to pause further development of tools like ChatGPT. Andrew Yang joins Last Call to discuss the dangers of these advancements. And Disney's CEO Bob Iger accused of stripping the Florida district board that Gov. Ron DeSantis' pals took over, just before that transition took place. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Newsom’s Proposed Committee to Crack Down on Big Oil Faces Big Questions 3/24/23: California Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing for the establishment of a new oversight authority to investigate whether price gouging is taking place in his state, as it relates to energy prices. This after California saw sky-high gas prices in 2022 as big oil company profits soared. But how much authority will this new committee have? Plus, attention is on Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen who attended a surprise closed-door meeting regarding bank volatility just ahead of the weekend. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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With AI’s Explosion, What Does It Mean to be Human? 3/16/23: Neil deGrasse Tyson joins Last Call to discuss what artificial intelligence's rise means for human creativity and innovation. Plus, the nefarious nature of top leaders at FTX transferring billions in funds for personal use. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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SVB Execs Cash Out Millions in Stock Just Before Collapse, Biden Feels Pressure Over Alaska Oil Drilling, and Is Silicon Valley’s Precious Bank Worthy of a Bailout? 3/10/23: On Last Call, our extensive team of reporters and experts break down the Silicon Valley Bank collapse that’s captivated the markets — as some argue a government bailout may be in order. Plus, more developments in ConocoPhillips oil drilling project in Alaska as President Biden feels pressure from allies and foes over his pending approval. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Blame Game Intensifies Over SVB Collapse, Snapchat’s Inappropriate Chatbot 3/14/23: Kara Swisher and Miami Mayor Francis Suarez join Last Call to discuss the partisan politics playing out over Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse. Plus, the Washington Post details the disturbing capabilities of Snapchat’s AI chatbot that can tell children how to obtain alcohol and engage in inappropriate relationships. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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The Reporter Spied On by TikTok, Scrutiny Over Covid’s Origins, Banking Pressures Put Fed in Focus 3/17/23: TikTok's parent company Bytedance admitted that it spied on a Forbes reporter because of her coverage. Now the DOJ is getting involved. The WHO putting pressure on China to release evidence of Covid's origin, Former Ambassador John Bolton weighs in. President Biden reportedly putting pressure on the Federal Reserve. Those stories and so much more on Last Call. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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SBF’s Alleged Bribes to China, Ivy League Tuition Costs Soar to $90k Per Year 3/28/23: The DOJ has charged FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried for paying upwards of $40 million to at least one Chinese official in exchange for favors. Our panel of crypto experts break down how the young startup founder behaved in the years before his alleged scheme was found out. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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TikTok Faces Ban in the US, Heated Debate Over the Government’s Role in Rescuing Failing Banks 3/15/23: Vivek Ramaswamy and former North Dakota Senator Heidi Heitkamp face off in a heated debate over the handling of the SVB collapse. Andrew Ross Sorkin sheds light on Goldman Sachs’ role in the tech-focused bank’s demise. Plus, President Biden is forcing TikTok’s owner to sell itself — or face a ban in the US. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Big Banks to the Rescue, ESG Investing & Trump Indictment 3/20/23: CNBC’s Brian Sullivan breaks down the banking crisis with Wall Street Journal Reporter Ben Eisen, Financial Times Banking Correspondent Stephen Gandel, Steve Eisman of ‘Big Short’ fame and Neuberger Berman. Rep. Adam Schiff discusses whether Goldman Sachs played a role in the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. Plus, the potential indictment of former President Trump, the value of ESG investing and JPMorgan’s response to a court ruling that Epstein cases against it can proceed. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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TikTok Influencer Dr. Youn Defends Platform, Yellen and Powell Rattle Investors With Mixed Messages 3/22/23: Dr. Anthony Youn joins Last Call to explain how he uses TikTok to reach his 8 million followers, in hopes that a U.S. ban can be avoided. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that there were no plans to "blanket" cover bank deposits, sending some investors running for the hills. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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TikTok CEO Faces the Music on Capitol Hill, Starbucks CEO to Serve as a Barista 3/23/23: TikTok's CEO took the stand in front of congress today and took a verbal beating from lawmakers that feared the social media app was being used by China for surveillance of U.S. citizens. Rep. Michael Burgess, a member of that committee, joined Last Call to discuss his concerns. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Biden Kicks Off ‘Investing in America Tour,’ Polestar Touts New Electric SUV in U.S. 3/27/23: President Biden is kicking off his ‘Investing in America Tour’ in North Carolina this week, where he’ll tout his administration’s big legislative wins — including infrastructure spending. Last Call’s panel breaks down how this will play into his 2024 re-election strategy. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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CNBC Special Report: America's Banking Crisis 3/12/23: Ahead of tomorrow’s opening bell, Last Call anchor Brian Sullivan is joined by Jim Cramer, Steve Liesman, Kayla Tausche and Deirdre Bosa for this special report on the collapse of SVB and what it means for the markets and your money. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Regional Banking Crisis Worsens as Some Blame the Fed 5/2/23: Live at the Milken Conference in California, Brian Sullivan sits down with investors and business leaders to discuss the ongoing banking crisis and the Federal Reserve's upcoming decision. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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U.S. Journalist Critical of Putin’s Economy Arrested, Why Charles Schwab Stock is Suffering 3/31/23: The Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been arrested in Russia after publishing an article critical of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his economy. We dive into this developing story and other massive headlines on Last Call. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Biden Administration Pushing For More EVs, Do Americans Want Them? 4/11/23: The EPA is expected to announce unprecedented pollution limits on vehicles. Meanwhile, a new survey says about half of Americans are unlikely to buy an electric car as their next vehicle. An all-star lineup of guests break down the biggest business and policy headlines of the day on Last Call. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Disney Sues DeSantis Over Control of its Property 4/26/23: In an escalation of tensions, Disney has sued Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. The opening Last Call panel debates which side is actually in the right and which side may end up looking foolish. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Trump Facing Criminal Charges, Carnage in Bank Stocks Rages On 3/30/23: A Manhattan Grand Jury has voted to indict former President Trump over payments he made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. Plus, a new tax in Los Angeles has wealthy Californians desperately selling off their mansions. We dive into why. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Elon Musk’s Grand Plan to Ditch Fossil Fuels Costs $10T, But Not Doing It Could Cost More 4/6/23: Elon Musk has unveiled his master plan to convert the world to 100% renewable energy — and while it requires tremendous investment — he estimates $4 trillion more could be lost if humans do nothing to address energy usage and carbon emissions. The Last Call panel breaks down why the ambitious proposal will — or will not — work. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Investors on Edge Ahead of Key Debt Ceiling Meeting Tuesday 5/15/23: As congressional leaders get ready for a crucial meeting with President Biden Tuesday, there’s growing pessimism that debt ceiling decision can get reached. Last Call breaks down every angle of the debacle and examines exactly what’s at stake with the U.S. on the brink of default. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Musk's Rocket Explodes, Colorado's Governor Celebrates 4/20, and Vegas Lands an MLB Team 4/20/23: As Tesla's stock price suffers, Elon Musk's SpaceX launched its starship. And it exploded. But that might not be a bad thing. Last Call dives into this story and much more. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Disney's Grudge With DeSantis Escalates, Fired Starbucks Worker Speaks Out 4/3/23: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is furious over Disney stripping power away from the board his allies have taken over. And the fired Starbucks worker that sparked a unionization movement at the coffee chain speaks out for the first time. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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DeSantis To Announce Presidential Run On Twitter With Musk 5/23/23: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will join Tesla CEO Elon Musk on the billionaire’s social media platform Twitter tomorrow. DeSantis is expected to formally announce his run for President in 2024. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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Iowa Debates Relaxing Child Labor Laws 4/18/23: Should a 16-year-old be allowed to work late at a restaurant on a school night? Iowa State Senators on either side of the child labor law debate join Last Call to debate rolling back child labor restrictions, as the state deals with a massive labor crunch. by CNBC's "Last Call"

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The Fed’s Big Decision, TikTok Ban on the Table, Fox Defamation Suit 3/21/23

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