Rutgers University polling director Ashley Koning and Bloomberg Opinion Senior Executive Editor Tim O’Brien tell Bloomberg This Weekend that Democrats enter the midterm elections with momentum as concerns about affordability and President Donald Trump’s approval weigh on Republicans. Speaking with hosts David Gura and Lisa Mateo, they examine the possibility of Democratic gains in the House and Senate, the reliability of polling and what a Republican defeat could mean for Trump’s influence over the party. (Source: Bloomberg)
BMO Capital Markets Senior Economist and Managing Director Jennifer Lee tells Bloomberg This Weekend that heavy AI investment has helped drive interest rates and inflation pressures higher, while a cooling in the sector could make the Federal Reserve’s job easier. Speaking with hosts David Gura and Lisa Mateo, Lee says the US economy remains robust but points to softer consumer spending and wage growth as investors await fresh labor data and another round of technology earnings. (Source: Bloomberg)