About this episode

The episode explores the evolving relationship between Jeff Bezos and Donald Trump, highlighting how Bezos transitioned from an enemy to an ally of the president.

In his first term, President Trump called Jeff Bezos “Bozo.” But things have changed. The Amazon founder has gone from an avowed enemy of the president to an energetic ally. WSJ’s Dana Mattioli unpacks Bezos’ previously icy relationship with Trump and how he has turned things around. Jessica Mendoza hosts. Further Listening: - Are Trump and Musk Done for Good? - Amazon After Bezos Sign up for WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Jessica Mendoza

Guest: Dana Mattioli

Topics covered

• Jeff Bezos
• Donald Trump
• business relationships
• politics
• Amazon
• media

Keywords

• Jeff Bezos
• Donald Trump
• Amazon
• business
• politics
• relationship
• media

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Organizations: Amazon, The Wall Street Journal, Spotify Studios

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