
The Indicator from Planet Money Why isn’t corporate America standing up to Trump?
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Jan 28, 2026 The show unpacks how recent presidential actions are reshaping corporate behavior and why companies mostly stay silent. It covers pressure tactics from policy moves to lawsuits and the social dynamics at global gatherings. The conversation explores why executives fear speaking out, how short-term gains mute protest, and when local crises finally force firms to respond.
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Business And Government Lines Are Blurred
- President Trump has been blurring lines between business and government, creating headaches for corporate leaders.
- CEOs are mostly not mounting a strong public defense despite disruptive policies that affect their industries.
Davos Reception Drama
- At Davos, Trump held a private reception, left some CEOs off the invite list, and arrived more than 90 minutes late without chairs.
- The episode highlighted awkward social dynamics between Trump and corporate leaders like Jamie Dimon.
Dimon Speaks Up, Then Gets Sued
- Jamie Dimon has been more outspoken than most CEOs, warning that Trump's proposals could be an "economic disaster."
- Trump then sued JPMorgan Chase and Dimon personally after Dimon's public criticism.


