In this episode, Liz Wheeler breaks down Elon Musk's shocking findings of waste, fraud, and corruption at USAID. Plus, will President Donald J. Trump actually shut it down? Right now, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is currently leading the federal agency. What does it really do? All that and more. Plus, Liz explains why DEI was to blame for the tragic plane ... Show More
Feb 4
Deporting Ilhan Omar?! | Ep 224
On this episode of "The Liz Wheeler Show," Liz is joined by Tricia McLaughlin, DHS assistant secretary for public affairs, to discuss Minnesota Democrat Rep. Ilhan Omar's possible deportation and border czar Tom Homan taking over in Minnesota. Liz also addresses the political ram ... Show More
1h 5m
Jan 2025
Trump Declared A "National Energy Emergency." Now What?
During his inaugural address, President Trump said, "I will also declare a national energy emergency — we will drill, baby, drill." What does that declaration mean — not only for the energy industry, but for combatting climate change & for consumers?
This episode: political corre ... Show More
15m 24s
Jun 2025
Elon and Trump need space
Vox’s Joshua Keating explains why the US government can’t have a big, beautiful breakup with Elon Musk. And now that he’s left DOGE, Elaine Kamarck from Brookings explains what happens to it. This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy with help from Denise Guerra, edited by Amina ... Show More
27m 32s
Sep 2025
Federal Reserve Lowers Rates, But Less Than Trump Wants
The Federal Reserve voted this week to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point. We discuss the factors behind the agency’s decision, as well as President Trump’s legal fight to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, financial corr ... Show More
18m 43s
Aug 2024
CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell, 08/13/24
United Auto Workers has filed federal charges against Elon Musk and Former President Trump after they spoke of striking workers last night. The Trump campaign has called the suit a political stunt. Robert, we also have some new details on key speakers, at least initially, announc ... Show More
23m 18s