Stocks Close Lower on Market Rout, Report: Rubio Weighs Leaving, More
Summary
Markets plunged as traders sold off tech and semiconductor stocks amid fears of new AI regulations from the incoming Congress, with the Nasdaq falling over 5%. The episode also covers reports that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is weighing resignation, a gradual Fed rate hike stance, and Iran’s review of nuclear proposals. Other stories include a House Republican’s plan to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, California’s commutation of all death sentences, and the bankruptcy of the LIV Golf league.
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Market close: Tech selloff and index performance
Marco Rubio weighs leaving Trump administration
Semiconductor stocks plunge following election results
Analysis: Election impact on data center regulations
Fed rate outlook and stable labor market data
Iran nuclear talks and rising oil prices
National Guard in D.C. and Hegseth impeachment threat
Newsom commutes death sentences; Russell Brand convicted
Liv Golf liquidates after restructuring failure
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