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Mass layoffs at the Washington Post have shocked the media industry. Semafor’s Max Tani discusses the cuts and explains why the paper has struggled financially.

Major U.S. trade partners are increasingly turning elsewhere as a result of unpredictable relations with President Trump. The Wall Street Journal’s Kim Mackrael joins to discuss how China benefits from the uncertainty.

Plus, the Super Bowl is on Sunday, and it’s a rematch of what many consider one of the best Super Bowls in recent history. Apple News sports editor Shaker Samman breaks down this year’s matchup.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.