A missile hit Poland on Tuesday near the border with Ukraine, killing two Polish citizens. Russia has denied responsibility but the incident has prompted international alarm and an emergency NATO meeting Wednesday morning in Brussels. Plus, former President Trump announces his 2024 run for office. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Jonathan Swan. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Biden holds emergency talks with world leaders on Poland explosion Poland: "Russian-made missile" fell on Polish soil near Ukraine border, killing 2 Trump, twice-impeached and under criminal investigation, launches 2024 campaign Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

48,000 workers across the University of California school system are on strike. The university system has 10 campuses with nearly 300,000 students, and academic workers are asking for higher salaries, saying they don't earn enough to live in the state of California. Plus, is the crypto dream dead? And, the world population?s new milestone. Guests: Axios' Felix Salmon and The New York Times' Shawn Hubler. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Amy Pedulla, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: University of California Academic Employees Strike for Higher Pay The week the crypto dream died The human race at 8 billion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Almost a week after the election, a clearer picture of the 2022 midterm elections has emerged. We now now that Democrats not only have retained control of the Senate, but might pick up another seat. We?re still waiting on the House, but we?ve got a lot more information on historic Democrat wins in state and local races, including with state legislatures and governors' races. But - it's not a blue wave - more one of swing voters. Plus, what recent layoffs mean for Big Tech. And, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" smashes a box office record. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Ina Fried. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Democrats will keep control of the Senate Elon Musk culls Twitter contractors after mass employee layoffs What to expect when your tech firm is downsizing Marvel Cinematic Universe diversity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Joe Biden defied history with the midterm election results by avoiding a wave of Republican victories?and made his first public address about it Wednesday afternoon. Plus, election denial in Pennsylvania. And, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on its 40th anniversary. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols, Mike D'Onofrio and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund's Robert W. Doubek. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Naomi Shavin, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Biden's post-midterms reboot Shapiro wins Pennsylvania governor race, defeats Mastriano 40th Anniversary of The Wall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia is in focus today, as the state gets ready for a runoff election in the tight Senate race between Senator Raphael Warnock and his Republican opponent Herschel Walker. Neither received 50% of the vote, sparking a December 6th runoff. Plus, record-setting billions were spent in campaign advertising in these midterms. What was the impact on results? How midterm outcomes will affect U.S. climate policy. Guests: Axios' Emma Hurt, Lachlan Markay, and Ben Geman. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Naomi Shavin, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Crucial Georgia Senate race heads to Dec. 6 runoff Corporate America plays it safe in midterms Record ad spend for 2022 midterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're still waiting to see where things stand in the Senate and the House, but already we?re getting a good idea of what didn't happen in these elections: An overwhelming victory by Republicans that many expected. Plus, the night's historic firsts. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen, Margaret Talev, and Shawna Chen. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Naomi Shavin, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Fetterman flips Pennsylvania Senate seat in victory over Oz Crucial Georgia Senate race is too close to call The Latinos who made history in the midterm elections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Election Night: what we know so far. We talk races that have been called, what we're watching for, and the sparse voting irregularities nationwide. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev, Hans Nichols and Stef Kight. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Naomi Shavin, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: How election deniers are faring in key midterm races Huge DeSantis win shows presidential punch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Election Day voting begins across the country this morning, including in states with some particularly close and competitive local races. Axios reporters tell us what they're watching for in today's midterm elections. Plus, inside the shortage of Black sperm donors in the U.S. Guests: Axios' Jeremy Duda, Monica Eng, John Frank, Emma Hurt and The Washington Post's Amber Ferguson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: America has a Black sperm donor shortage. Black women are paying the price. What Georgians are Googling before the midterms Maricopa County says chain of custody for ballots is secure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abortion is on the ballot in five states tomorrow. But the fight over abortion in Michigan is making significant waves. It?s hard to be anywhere in the state and not hear about Proposal 3, the amendment that would enshrine an individual's right to an abortion in the state constitution. Plus, what a Republican majority in Congress would mean for pandemic policies like the military vaccine mandate. Guests: Axios' Andrew Solender, Reproductive Freedom for All's Julie Rowe, Citizens to Support MI Women & Children' Christen Pollo, and Calvin University student Delaney Marsh. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: GOP's post-pandemic playbook Michigan abortion-rights battle rakes in cash ahead of referendum Reproductive Freedom for All: Michigan Citizens to Support MI Women & Children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're days away from the midterm elections and finding out who will control Congress and who will win in hotly contested elections throughout the country like in Wisconsin, Arizona and Georgia. People's predictions about Tuesday continue to grow. But set aside everything you are hearing about the election?because nobody knows how it's going to unfold. Plus, will anyone take home a $1.5 billion Powerball jackpot? Guests: Axios? Margaret Talev and Jonathan Swan. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Where we may not know the results of the election on Tuesday Exclusive emails: Inside Trump's botched Georgia fight Powerball jackpot swells to third-largest prize ever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden gave a speech on Wednesday evening unlike one we?ve ever seen from a president days ahead of the midterm elections. He urged voters to recognize what is at stake next Tuesday. Plus, the rise of the extreme right in Israel and the return of Netanyahu. Guest: Axios' Hans Nichols and Barak Ravid. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Biden unloads on "defeated" Trump: "He has abused his power" Scoop: U.S. unlikely to work with Jewish supremacist expected to be made Israeli minister The rise of Israel's extreme right Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than 4 in 10 Americans think the U.S. should be a Christian nation. And one third say it already is. That?s according to a new poll from the Pew Research Center. But views on what that means vary. And on the campaign trail, overt Christian nationalist language is showing up more and more from right-wing candidates. Plus, Covid makes China?s economic woes even worse. And, the price of turkey is on the rise. Guest: Council on Foreign Relations' Zoe Liu, and Calvin University's Kristin Kobez Du Mez . Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peak, Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Foxconn workers flee factory lockdown White House announces $223 million investment to fight "Big Meat" 45% of Americans Say U.S. Should Be a ?Christian Nation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than a week after Elon Musk officially became the owner of Twitter, there are reports that the company may start charging up to $20 a month for the subscription that will allow users to keep the blue verification checkmark which confirms that world leaders, celebrities, journalists, local politicians and many others are who they say they are. Making that a paid feature could risk opening Twitter up to lots more mis- and disinformation. Plus, salaries get more transparent in some states. And, affirmative action is in peril at the Supreme Court. Guest: Axios' Sara Fischer and Emily Peck, and The National Constitution Center's Jeffrey Rosen. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Erica Pandey, Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Scoop: Musk team working to reboot Vine this year NYC law forces more companies to disclose salary information Affirmative action is at death's door at the Supreme Court Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Threats against the lives of lawmakers and their families have been on the rise, and fears that these translate into real violence were realized on Friday, with the attack on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi?s husband, Paul. With just over a week to the midterms, the attack has Washington on edge. Plus, a glimmer of good climate news. And, an exclusive preview of musician Bono?s upcoming memoir. Guest: Axios' Margaret Talev and Ben Geman. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Erica Pandey, Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Pelosi says she and family are "heartbroken" by attack on Paul Pelosi Elon Musk tweets misinformation about Paul Pelosi Fossil fuel consumption expected to peak in this decade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden was in Syracuse, New York on Thursday to tout his party?s economic accomplishments ? and to send a warning about what he says Republican control of Congress could mean by comparison. It?s part of Democrats? final dash before election day. Meanwhile over 15 million ballots have already been cast in early voting around the country. Plus, states gear up to spend billions on broadband access. And, Afro Latinos are playing a bigger role in baseball. Guest: Axios' Mike Allen, Emma Hurt, Margaret Harding McGill and Keldy Ortiz. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emiy Peck, Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: GOP scoffs at Stacey Abrams' voter-suppression warnings in Georgia New hot job in states: broadband director MLB's Afro Latino dominance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since the 2020 murder of George Floyd, companies and banks have pledged to do better when it comes to racial justice. So how are they doing? Plus, the U.S. mediated-deal between Israel and Lebanon. And, what to know about staying healthy this winter. Guest: Axios' Barak Ravid and Adriel Bettelheim, and The New York Times' Emily Flitter. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emiy Peck, Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Israel and Lebanon to sign historic U.S.-mediated maritime deal on Thursday Where $30 Billion to Fix Systemic Racism Actually Goes Biden faces COVID dilemma as a winter wave nears Note: We asked J.P. Morgan for comment on our story, and they told us that in response to Emily Flitter's reporting they have made efforts to improve internal culture, revamping policies around diversity and inclusion. And this week a bank spokesperson also told the New York Times that J.P. Morgan "has committed to making sustainable, long-term systemic change to help close the racial wealth gap and fight racial inequality. We are tracking investments and initiatives to ensure they are making a significant impact.? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last night, Pennsylvania Senate candidates Dr. Mehmet Oz, a Republican, and Lt. Governor John Fetterman, a Democrat, squared off in their first and only debate. It's part of a high stakes race that?s critical not just for their state, but for control of the U.S. Senate. Plus, the Biden administration?s change for Venezuelan migrants at the border. Guest: Axios? Alayna Treene and Michelle Hackman, ??immigration reporter for the Wall Street Journal. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Fetterman's painful debate Fetterman on fitness to serve at debate: 'Transparency is about showing up' Venezuelans Who Left Everything Behind Are Stuck South of U.S. Border [NY Times] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two weeks out from the midterms, the parties are making last minute changes to spending and messaging in a final effort to gain as much of an edge as possible before November 8th. Plus, the UK gets another new prime minister. And, technology that analyzes your voice for signs of depression. Guests: Axios? Josh Kraushaar and Jennifer Kingson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Lin, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Inside the 11th-hour midterm shifts Rishi Sunak to be U.K.'s next prime minister as rivals drop out "Voice biomarker" tech analyzes your voice for signs of depression Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been about a month since Vladimir Putin?s announcements of mass military mobilization, and since then Putin says at least 220,000 men had been drafted into the Russian military. And as more men continue to disappear from Moscow, things look different from the capital. Plus, how emojis are complicating remote work communications in significant ways. Guests: Axios? Eleanor Hawkins and The New York Times? Valerie Hopkins. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Ben O'Brien and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Where Have All the Men in Moscow Gone? Russian attacks on Ukrainian utilities prompt energy rationing How emoji can divide the workplace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democrats and Republicans are gearing up for their final weeks before the midterm elections. Voters in Georgia are already casting their ballots in higher numbers than they did for the 2018 midterms elections. As of Thursday, the fourth day of early voting in the state, over 430,000 people had voted, which is more than 60% increase from 2018. That?s according to the Georgia Secretary of State. Plus, the exit of British Prime Minister Liz Truss reminds us why government deficits actually matter. Guests: Axios? Margaret Talev, Hans Nichols and Neil Irwin. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Democrats need Black and Latino vote to win tight midterm elections How hidden financial risks brought down Liz Truss Liz Truss just became the U.K.?s shortest-tenured PM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With midterms right around the corner, Democrats hold less than a 2-to-1 advantage over Republicans among Latino voters, according to the latest Axios-Ipsos Latino poll in partnership with Noticias Telemundo. And nearly 1 in 4 Latinos are still undecided about how they?ll vote in just a few weeks. These findings confirm Latinos? collective status as the ultimate American swing vote. Plus, a bright spot for women at work. And, medical marijuana is coming to some gas stations. Guests: Axios? Russell Contreras, Emily Peck and Selene San Felice. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Axios-Ipsos Latino poll: Ultimate swing voters Remote work may have fueled a baby boom among U.S. women Circle K to sell medical marijuana at Florida gas stations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can expect higher heating bills this winter than last. Nearly half of American households use natural gas to heat their homes, and this winter, The Energy Information Administration says the average bill will be $931 ? a 28% increase from last year. The likely spike has to do with in the war in Ukraine, where many residents are bracing for a brutal winter without power. Plus, Americans are buying ? and therefore wasting ? less food. Guests: Axios? Matt Phillips and University of Michigan's Kate Astashkina. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: The war in Ukraine is showing up in your heating bill Americans are buying less at the supermarket Online Grocery Shopping Can Reduce Food Waste and Help the Environment (University of Michigan) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FBI has issued a warning about threats to election workers ahead of the midterm elections. Colorado has been identified as one of the top states for threats to poll workers, which has put election administrators on high alert. Plus, flu season starting early. And, the student loan forgiveness program opens applications. Guests: Axios? John Frank and Kaiser Family Foundation's Dr. Celine Gounder. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Colorado election conspiracies cloud vote as mail ballots arrive "Modest surge" of COVID-19 expected this winter, UCSF expert says White House launches student loan relief beta website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two of the largest grocery store chains in the country are planning to merge. Kroger?s announced last Friday that it will buy its competitor Albertsons for nearly $25 billion. Together, Kroger and Albertsons have about 5,000 stores and almost 750,ooo workers. This deal could change the way people buy food, as inflation pushes prices higher and higher. Plus, ten years of Xi Jinping?s leadership in China, and how the next five could affect the US. Guests: Axios? Claire Rychlewski and Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Kroger snaps up Albertsons in grocery megamerger Kroger-Albertsons will spur more deals What China looks like after a decade of Xi Jinping's rule Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The January 6th House committee voted unanimously on Thursday to subpoena former President Donald Trump. It was a dramatic end to the committee's series of public hearings, and its last meeting before the midterm elections. Guests: Axios? Margaret Talev and Alayna Treene. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Ben O'Brien and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Jan. 6 committee unanimously votes to subpoena Trump Footage shows congressional leaders' urgent calls on Jan. 6 Focus groups: Pennsylvania swing voters aren't sold on a switch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While everyone has been watching inflation closely, Thursday?s Consumer Price Index is especially important for millions of retirees and others who depend on Social Security benefits. That?s because the annual cost of living adjustment for 2023 is based on the September monthly CPI number. Given that we?ve already seen inflation increase 8.2 percent over the past year, it?s likely that we?ll see one of the biggest increases in Social Security checks in more than 40 years. Plus, Detroit?s $7 million investment in audio surveillance technology for police. And, another sign of the pandemic?s effect on high school seniors. Guests: Axios? Neil Irwin and Sam Robinson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Ben O'Brien and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Social Security payments set for biggest increase in decades Detroit City Council approves $7M to expand ShotSpotter ACT test scores fall to lowest levels since 1991 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chaos irrupted at LA?s City Council meeting on Tuesday, after audio leaked of councilmember Nury Martinez making racist remarks in a conversation last year with other council members and a labor leader. In the recording, first reported by the LA Times, among the things Martinez said, which also included disparaging comments about Jewish and Armenian people, was an offensive racial reference when speaking about a white councilman's black child. Plus, cholera outbreak, widespread hunger, and gang warfare, Haiti is a country in crisis. And, NASA?s asteroid success. Guests: Axios? Russell Contreras and Miami Herald's Jacqueline Charles. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi, Ben O'Brien and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: In Haiti, factories close, school feedings are on hold and hunger is about to get worse Embattled L.A. City Council member takes leave of absence after leaked audio of racist language NASA's DART mission successfully deflected an asteroid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russian missiles fired across Ukraine on Monday, hitting cities including the capital Kyiv, in the largest bombardment since the beginning of the war. The Ukrainian government said at least 14 people were killed and 97 were injured, and many are without power and water. Plus, Indigenous communities face the brunt of a warming planet. Guests: Axios? Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath and Indigenous Environmental Network's Brenna Two Bears. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi, Ben O'Brien and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper Deadly explosions hit Kyiv after Putin blames Ukraine for bridge blast China and India, two of Russia's biggest allies, call for de-escalation in Ukraine To go or not to go Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Joe Biden announced Thursday he will pardon everyone convicted of simple marijuana possession under federal law ? and he?s urging governors to do the same. More than 6,500 people were convicted of simple possession between 1992 and 2021 under federal law, and thousands more under District of Columbia code. It?s a big move by Biden a month ahead of the midterms ? what does it mean for messaging for Democrats and Republicans? Plus, a devastating attack rocks Thailand. And, the U.S. imposes more sanctions on Iran as protests continue. Guests: Axios? Josh Kraushaar and Mike Allen. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Biden to pardon all prior federal offenses of simple marijuana possession U.S. issues more sanctions against officials in Iran as government crackdown persists At least 37 killed in mass shooting at Thailand child care center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OPEC+ , the coalition of oil-producing nations led by Russia and Saudi Arabia, announced yesterday its planning to cut oil production by 2 million barrels per day, starting in November. This has the potential to push up gas prices in the US and around the world. Plus, American drivers are getting more loyal to electric vehicles. And, long COVID affects the daily lives of almost 20 million U.S. adults. Guests: Axios' Ben Geman, Joann Muller and Sabrina Moreno. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: What OPEC's 2 million-barrel cut could mean for U.S. gas prices Most electric car buyers don't switch back to gas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden is in Florida today, to survey the extensive damage from Hurricane Ian. One community northeast of Fort Myers escaped much of it. The new community was built with hurricanes in mind, and residents never lost power during Ian and saw minimal damage otherwise. What would it take to make every community this resilient? Plus, the GOP doubles down on abortion. Guests: Axios' Alexi McCammond and Notre Dame University's Tracy Kijewski-Correa. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Lin, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Republicans double down on Herschel Walker (pls edit link) Herschel Walker's son accuses father of lying about his past This 100% solar community endured Hurricane Ian with no loss of power and minimal damage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Putin has said that Russia would use all available means to protect itself, with thinly veiled warnings about using nuclear weapons. He said last week, ?This is not a bluff.? Just how credible are these threats? Plus, why we stay and rebuild in the face of devastating storms. And, Kim Kardashian?s 1.26 million dollar settlement with the SEC. GUESTS: Axios? Michael Graff and Dan Primack; The Brookings Institution's Angela Stent. CREDITS: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Lin, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: U.S. grapples with risk of nuclear war over Ukraine How Hurricane Ian caught so many off guard Kim Kardashian to pay $1.26 million in crypto charges settlement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As of yesterday evening, Hurricane Ian had killed at least 80 people in Florida and four in North Carolina. Nearly a million people remained without power last night in Florida, and rescue efforts have been ongoing in the southwestern part of the state. Plus, the Supreme Court?s new session. And, the state offices where election deniers could have the biggest impact. Guests: Axios? David Nather and Sam Baker. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Florida still in "search and rescue phase" as Ian's death toll climbs How you can help Hurricane Ian recovery efforts Election denial: The offices that matter Here are 5 Supreme Court cases to watch this term Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricane Ian continues its path of destruction up the East Coast. It?s expected to make landfall in South Carolina this afternoon. And in Florida, a massive clean-up and recovery has begun. Plus, January 6, election deniers and the midterms. And, Lizzo play a historic flute. Guests: Jessica Taylor, The Cook Political Report Senate and Governors Editor, and Axios' Margaret Talev. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Florida begins recovery efforts as Ian moves through state How you can help Hurricane Ian recovery efforts Publix donates $1 million to Hurricane Ian recovery, starts donation initiative at stores Scoop: Hassan campaign emails donors to sound alarm over trouble in November Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida on Wednesday afternoon as a high-end Category 4 storm. More than a million Floridians have already lost power. Other effects of the storm won?t be clear for days. Plus, low income Americans struggle to afford hurricane prep. And, Russia looks to annex parts of Ukraine. Guests: Axios' Andrew Freedman and Ayurella Horn-Muller, The Washington Post?s Mary Ilyushina Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Ben O'Brien and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper Live updates: Hurricane Ian makes landfall as high-end Category 4 storm Power outages in Florida climb past 1.5 million as Hurricane Ian makes landfall U.S. urges citizens in Russia to leave "immediately" amid mobilization efforts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricane Ian?s not expected to make landfall in Florida until this afternoon, but the impact of this Category 4 storm is being felt already across a huge swath of the state. From flooding in Florida?s southernmost tip of Key West, to tornados in Broward County, and wind gusts already kicking up this morning in Tampa. Plus, the White House hosts its first summit on hunger in more than fifty years. How food delivery services like DoorDash are playing a role. Guests: Axios' Ben Montgomery and Margaret Harding McGill. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper Live updates: Hurricane Ian heads toward Florida with "catastrophic" winds and flooding Hurricane Ian leaves Cuba without any power Food banks turn to DoorDash and Amazon to reach people Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The British pound has hit the lowest point against the US Dollar since the 1790s. On Monday, the pound was at 1.03 compared to the dollar. This moment feels eerily similar to 2007, at the beginning of the Great Recession. But, as Axios? Felix Salmon and Courtenay Brown tell us, that doesn?t mean we?re facing the same economic catastrophe now. Plus, Russian anger keeps growing in response to Putin?s draft. And, NASA takes on an asteroid. Guests: Axios' Felix Salmon, Courtenay Brown and Alison Snyder. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: British pound gets pounded as Truss tax cut plan sinks in The world economy has an ominous August 2007 kind of feeling Russian military recruitment offices come under attack after draft order NASA is about to crash a spacecraft into an asteroid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democrats? chances of beating the GOP in Arizona, a key swing state in the midterms, are growing. The Cook Political Report last week moved the Arizona senate race from its ?toss up? category to "leans Democratic." Arizona Republicans nominated MAGA-aligned candidates in races across the state. Plus, spam text messages have exploded: how the FCC could respond. And, hurricane season picks up. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Margaret Harding McGill. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Red flags for Arizona Republicans FCC takes long-delayed step against spam text surge DeSantis declares state of emergency as Tropical Storm Ian nears Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With midterms right around the corner, last week saw a bump in voters showing interest in immigration over abortion. Plus, the U.S. sanctions Iran, after the death of a woman in police custody. And, passengers say they?re more frustrated with U.S. airports. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Erica Pandey, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper Search interest in abortion falls as the border rises Ginni Thomas agrees to interview with Jan. 6 select committee U.S. sanctions Iran's morality police over death of woman in custody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a partial mobilization of Russian reserves for the war in Ukraine Wednesday. And in at least 38 cities across Russia, hundreds of people organized protests against the mobilization. Plus, what the Fed?s latest rate hike means for the housing market. And, what?s motivating you to vote or stay home in November. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Emily Peck. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Putin announces partial military mobilization for Russian citizens Over 1,300 Russians detained in protests against partial military mobilization Fed raises rates 0.75 percentage points, signals more to come Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in three years, leaders from around the world are gathering in New York City for the UN General Assembly. The war in Ukraine is set to dominate this week?s meetings. President Biden will give a speech today, as will Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who will be addressing the assembly remotely. But can anything practical come from the gathering? Plus, the pandemic made more Americans want to straighten their teeth. Now orthodontists and direct-to-consumer companies are battling it out. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Lin, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper Ukraine dominates UN General Assembly Turkish president and Israeli PM hold first in-person meeting since 2008 The war for your teeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden said "the pandemic is over" in an interview with CBS? 60 minutes on Sunday. But the White House is still asking Congress for an additional 22.4 billion in COVID funding. In the U.S., nearly 3,000 people died from COVID in the past week. The World Health Organization Director-General says the end of the pandemic "is in sight," but that "we are not there yet." Plus, a new spotlight on who gets sick pay in America. And, the murder conviction that helped make podcasts popular, overturned. Guests: Axios' Emily Peck and Kaiser Health News? Julie Rovner. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Biden: "The pandemic is over" Work-life policies are increasingly high-stakes economics "Serial" case: Judge vacates Adnan Syed's conviction for 1999 murder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fiona, the first major Atlantic hurricane of the season, is bringing heavy rains, high winds and widespread power outages to Puerto Rico. The power grid, which was severely damaged during Hurricane Maria five years ago, failed yesterday afternoon and the entire island lost power -- even before Fiona made landfall. Plus, the murky road ahead for migrants sent from Texas to Massachusetts. And, is the pressure to free Brittney Griner fading? Guests: Axios' Steph Solis and NBC News' Nicole Acevedo. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Hurricane Fiona brings "catastrophic" flooding, power outages to Puerto Rico Lawyers for Martha's Vineyard migrants urge Feds to open criminal probe Biden met with families of Griner and Whelan at White House Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We?re 53 days from the November election, and some wildcard voters are feeling "meh" about their options. But the bases are fired up. Axios' Josh Kraushaar on what we know, and how the week in Washington could affect the upcoming election. Plus, the Saudi-funded circuit changing the game for men?s golf. Guests: Axios' Josh Kraushaar and Jeff Tracy. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper MAGA?s New Hampshire sweep Republicans' rocky attempt to change the abortion narrative Everything you need to know about the Saudi-backed LIV Golf series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A major rail strike has been averted. That?s the early morning statement from the White House. Here?s why this matters: Virtually everything in our country -- from food to gas and retail goods -- relies on the nearly 140,000-mile rail network that expands across 49 states. But the tens of thousands of freight workers and their unions appear to have reached an agreement. And, Minnesota nurses stage a the three-day walk out. Plus, Latinos are reclaiming the accent mark as a show of cultural pride. Guests: Axios' Emily Peck, Torey Van Oot and Astrid Galván. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: 15,000 Minnesota nurses go on strike in Twin Cities, Duluth Latinos are reclaiming the accent mark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Census Bureau data released Tuesday shows America's child poverty rate plunged in 2021, accelerating a decade-long decline. The decline was spurred by government assistance programs including pandemic-era aid. But August?s inflation numbers also show that the price for essentials like food, rent and medical care are still rapidly rising, putting pressure on low-income families in particular. We dig deep into these two important pieces of economic data and what they tell us about what?s happening on the lower end of the income spectrum. And cryptocurrency gets greener. Plus, Twitter?s legal versus moral obligations. Guests: Axios' Felix Salmon, Brady Dale and Dan Primack Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: America's successful war on poverty (story in draft) The everywhere inflation The Merge is 2022's second biggest crypto event (story in draft) Twitter shareholders approve Elon Musk's $44 billion takeover offer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Republican Governors sent a letter to President Biden on Monday, asking him to withdraw his student loan forgiveness plan. The governors are saying that only 16 to 17% of Americans have federal student loan debt and now the burden is being shifted to everyone, including low income taxpayers. And, inside U.S. efforts to stop human smuggling in Guatemala. Plus, beer could be in trouble. Guests: Axios' Shawna Chen, Stef Kight, and Mike Deehan. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: GOP governors urge Biden to withdraw his student loan forgiveness plan Axios in Guatemala: Inside U.S. efforts to stop human smuggling Brace for the coming beer shortage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ukrainian military says it?s retaken more than 3,000 square kilometers of territory from Russia. American officials say the advance was in part due to increased intelligence sharing with the United States, but as President Biden asks for more aid for Ukraine, he?s facing new pushback. Plus, major credit card providers will start categorizing gun shop purchases. And, we want to know what?s driving you to vote this November. Guests: Olivier Knox, National Political Correspondent at the Washington Post and Abené Clayton, reporter at The Guardian. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Ukraine furthers gains in Kharkiv region following major breakthrough Visa, Mastercard, AmEx to start categorizing gun shop sales The staggering lack of female artists in America's museums Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Senate race going on in Georgia right now is neck and neck, between Republican Herschel Walker and incumbent Senator Raphael Warnock. It?s one of the rare competitions between two Black candidates on the national stage ? and each has a very different message for voters about racism. Plus, the world mourns Queen Elizabeth. And, reframing the evangelical view of climate change. Guests: Axios' Emma Hurt and Dave Lawler; Walter Kim, President of the National Association of Evangelicals. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Two Black Georgia Senate rivals; two takes on racism [please update] Bible demands action on climate change, Evangelicals say in new report In photos: Queen Elizabeth's 70 years on the throne Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than 7 million people in Somalia are in dire need of food assistance. And the UN has warned that famine there is ?at the door." East Africa has had four straight failed rainy seasons, for the first time in more than half a century. That, combined with rising food prices exacerbated by the war in Ukraine, are endangering an estimated 20 million people in the Horn of Africa region. Plus, how a ruling on HIV PrEP meds could affect access to other preventative care. Guests: Axios' Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath, Emily Peck, and Tina Reed. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: "Famine is at the door" in Somalia, UN aid chief warns Federal judge rules that mandated HIV PrEP coverage violates religious freedom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices