Receipts with Catherine Rampell

Scott Bessent publicly throws Howard Lutnick under the bus as the Nvidia scandal widens, raising new questions about Trump’s involvement, potential conflicts of interest, and the national security consequences. Catherine Rampell and JVL follow the money, examine the risks to the broader economy, and discuss rising inflation, Palantir head Alex Karp’s sudden political makeover, and why companies are already cutting ties with Don Jr. after the Democratic midterm victories.

Trump’s billionaire allies may be in for a rude awakening. Catherine Rampell talks with Neera Tanden about what Democrats could discover when they start investigating the Trump administration, why corporate America may have some explaining to do, and what the election means for MAGA’s future. Plus, billionaire investor John Arnold explains how Trump’s attacks on clean energy are driving up costs—and how a bipartisan deal could finally put a stop to them.Give the gift of quality this holiday season with Quince! Shop premium cashmere, cozy outerwear, beautiful jewelry, and everyday essentials at prices 50–80% less than similar brands. Download the Quince app for exclusive offers, or visit https://www.quince.com/catherine for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too! When Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was Receipts.

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has admitted to an extramarital affair with a woman U.S. intelligence reportedly identified as a Chinese spy. But the story goes far beyond a sex scandal: Trump was briefed about the relationship, his administration failed to intervene, and questions are mounting about China’s access to America’s most advanced AI technology. Catherine Rampell is joined by New York Times national security reporter Julian Barnes and Wall Street Journal tech reporter Robbie Whelan to examine what Trump knew, why investigations stalled, and what this could mean for NVIDIA and the AI industry.

Elon Musk’s Cybertruck is on its way out, corporate America is lawyering up, and Donald Trump seems strangely subdued after a historic election defeat. Catherine Rampell and JVL discuss the possibility of Trump stepping aside, the investigations Democrats are preparing, and the government insiders who may be sitting on a mountain of evidence of wrongdoing.

Rep. Brendan Boyle joins Catherine Rampell to discuss what Democrats plan to do if they take back the House, from reversing Trump’s healthcare cuts and tariffs to confronting the economic fallout from his Iran war. Plus Sam Stein and Catherine look ahead to Election Day, Trump's closing economic message, and how rising costs and voters' frustrations over the economy could shape decisions at the polls.