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"A criminal enterprise": Trump and allies indicted in Georgia Aug 15, 2023

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Last night an Atlanta grand jury indicted former president Trump and 18 of his allies in the probe into efforts to flip Georgia's 2020 election results. Fulton County DA Fani Willis told reporters: "The indictment alleges that rather than abide by Georgia's legal process for election challenges, the defendants engaged in a criminal racketeering enterprise in order to overturn Georgia's presidential election result."

The big picture: This is the fourth indictment against Trump since April. Among those also charged are lawyers Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman and former white house chief of staff Mark Meadows.

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Guests: Axios' Mike Allen and Ryan Heath; Journalist Tatiana Duque.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

Georgia takes the spotlight among Trump’s legal woes Aug 14, 2023

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All signs point to a big week ahead for the probe into former president Trump's 2020 election subversion efforts in Georgia. The Fulton County DA looks set to put the case before a grand jury this week.

The big picture: Sources told CNN that new evidence directly ties Trump's team to a January 2021 breach of voting systems in Coffee County, Georgia. We dig deeper into how this connects to the other legal troubles for Trump and those in his orbit.

Plus, an update on the deadliest American wildfire in a century.
And, how one lawsuit could put a chill on corporate diversity programs across America.

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Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols, Dan Primack and Mike Allen.

The largest natural disaster in Hawaii's history Aug 11, 2023

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Catastrophic wildfires across Maui have left at least 53 people dead, at least one thousand others are unaccounted for, hundreds of structures destroyed and thousands homeless. President Biden approved federal disaster relief for Hawaii yesterday, and Governor John Green said it's the largest natural disaster in the state's history.

Plus, another trial date has been announced for former President Trump.
And, what you can expect to pay at the gas pump this weekend.

Guests: Axios' Alex Fitzpatrick and Sophia Cai; Hawaii Public Radio's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

How AI giants are losing Americans’ trust Aug 10, 2023

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Zoom has a lot of people worried this week over its use of customer data to train artificial intelligence. The company's CEO Eric Yuan said Zoom's March update to its terms of service — which started the backlash — was a mistake.

The big picture: Distrust for the companies creating AI technology is growing. 82% of American voters said they don't trust tech executives to regulate AI, according to a recent YouGov poll. We take a look at what all of this means for the next stages of artificial intelligence.

Biden restricts high-tech investments in China
And, more health care workers face violence on the job

Guests: Axios' Ryan Heath and Tina Reed.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

A tough new era for electric vehicles Aug 09, 2023

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The push for electric vehicles to become more mainstream has gained serious momentum in recent years, with climate change, fluctuations in gas prices, and tax incentives. But the broader transition to EVs looks like it will be longer and bumpier than expected.

The big picture: General Motors announced on Tuesday it plans to equip all its electric cars and trucks with two-way charging technology, so the vehicles can supply backup power during blackouts. We take a deeper look at what companies are doing to adapt their EV plans for the future.

Plus, a new national monument in Arizona.
U.S. credit card debt reaches a record high.
And, a new summer reading recommendation.

Guests: Axios' Joann Muller, Hope King and Felix Salmon.

Ohio's anti-abortion blueprint Aug 08, 2023

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Ohio is holding a special election on Tuesday for voters to decide how easy it should be to amend the state constitution. It is the only item on the ballot and it's called Issue 1. Supporters of the proposal want to make it more difficult for an abortion rights amendment to pass in the state's general election in November.

The big picture: Issue 1 is getting national attention because of what it could mean for abortion rights in Ohio as well asits impact on special interests in that state and beyond.

Plus, a renewed push to get felons the right to vote in 2024.
And, the video game Fortnite will be the setting for an unofficial Holocaust museum.

Guests: Axios' Troy Smith and Eugene Scott.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

FDA approves the first postpartum depression pill Aug 07, 2023

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The FDA approved the first pill for postpartum depression on Friday. The drug is called zuranolone, and unlike other antidepressants, it's specifically designated for postpartum depression, a condition that affects around 1 in 7 new mothers.

The big picture: Zuranolone is taken daily for two weeks. Clinical trials showed that the drug could ease depression in as little as three days.

Plus, young workers are redefining the American dream.
And, Spanglish is making a comeback.

Guests: Axios' Felix Salmon, Arielle Dreher and Marina Franco.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Erica Pandey, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

GOP candidates burning through campaign cash Aug 04, 2023

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Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty on Thursday to federal charges that he plotted to overturn the 2020 elections. Trump is the GOP presidential frontrunner and has been indicted three times since launching his 2024 campaign. The former president is spending big on legal fees and that's one reason he's burning campaign cash fast.

The big picture: Trump isn't the only one blowing through money. Other Republican candidates have an even higher so-called "burn rate." We take a closer look at the numbers and why they matter for this phase of the campaign.

Plus, checking back on the health of America's downtowns.
And, the Hollywood strikes' economic impact – by the numbers.

Guests: Axios' Stef Kight and Alex Fitzpatrick.

A new high tide of antisemitism in America Aug 03, 2023

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A federal jury on Wednesday sentenced to death the Pittsburgh Tree of Life Synagogue shooter. The gunman murdered 11 people in 2018, in what was the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history.

The big picture: Since then, antisemitism has been on the rise. A report from the Anti-Defamation League found that antisemitic incidents increased by 36% in 2022 to the highest level since 1979. We dig deeper with American University's Director of Jewish Studies.

Plus, the U.S. and Europe's $300 billion Russian problem.
And, the scope of mental health disorders worldwide.

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Guests: Axios' Kate Marino and American University's Pamela Nadell.

Trump faces his third indictment Aug 02, 2023

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Former President Trump was indicted yet again on Tuesday. This time, it is over his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election. The former president is expected to make an appearance in federal court in D.C. on Thursday.

Plus, a settlement for one Black family over one of medicine's most famous cells.
And, why Birkenstocks are back in style for investors.

Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev, Russell Contreras, Adriel Bettelheim and Dan Primack.

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