12 PM ET: Weaker jobs report jitters, Harris' weekend Veepstakes, Olympic medal count & more - podcast episode cover

12 PM ET: Weaker jobs report jitters, Harris' weekend Veepstakes, Olympic medal count & more

Aug 02, 20246 min
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Episode description

A weaker-than-expected US jobs report is underscoring fears the economy is slowing too quickly and could trigger a recession. The US says it’s willing to move resources to the Middle East as tensions in the region rise after the killings of Iran-backed leaders. Former President Donald Trump claims yesterday’s prisoner swap with Russia was a “win for Putin.” Vice President Kamala Harris plans to meet with potential running mates this weekend. Plus, we’ll tell you which countries have won the most medals at the Paris Games so far.

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