**Podcast Episode: Howard Lutnick's Unconventional Rise as Secretary of Commerce**

In this episode of The Secretary of Commerce podcast, host Mortimer delves into the transformative journey of Howard Lutnick, the newly confirmed Secretary of Commerce. With a career marked by his tenure as CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, Lutnick brings a unique blend of business acumen and political connections to the Commerce Department. From announcing a mysterious trade deal to proposing groundbreaking revenue-sharing models with universities, Lutnick is redefining the scope of the Commerce secretary role.

Listen as we unpack his strategies, including an exclusive Axios interview where he plans to secure patent revenue from federally funded research, a proposal stirring debate on platforms like X and Reddit. Explore his bold moves like the government's stake in Intel and revenue sharing with Nvidia, redefining Republican partnership norms. Discover the sparks flying in international trade discussions, notably with India, and the pressure from Congress for action on illegal fishing by Chinese vessels.

Join us on The Secretary of Commerce podcast as we analyze how Lutnick's unconventional methods are poised to leave an indelible mark on trade, innovation, and economic policy. Subscribe now for insights into this high-stakes evolution in the nation's top trade office, a Quiet Please production. For more updates, visit quietplease.ai.

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