In business news J.P. Morgan has announced plans to buy Bank One for $58 billion in a merger that would create the world’s second largest bank behind Citigroup. The New York Times reports the merger will result in the elimination of 10,000 jobs.

With lies and disinformation flooding the media landscape, and the Trump administration increasing its attacks on journalists, the need for independent news questioning and challenging those in power is more critical now than ever. We do not take any government or corporate funding, so we can remain unwavering in our commitment to bring you fearless trustworthy reporting on the issues that matter most. If our journalism is important to you, please donate today. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you so much.
Democracy Now!
Amy Goodman
With lies and disinformation flooding the media landscape, and the Trump administration increasing its attacks on journalists, the need for independent news questioning and challenging those in power is more critical now than ever. We do not take any government or corporate funding, so we can remain unwavering in our commitment to bring you fearless trustworthy reporting on the issues that matter most. If our journalism is important to you, please donate today. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you so much.
Democracy Now!
Amy Goodman
We rely on contributions from you, our viewers and listeners to do our work. If you visit us daily or weekly or even just once a month, now is a great time to make your monthly contribution.
Please do your part today.
In business news J.P. Morgan has announced plans to buy Bank One for $58 billion in a merger that would create the world’s second largest bank behind Citigroup. The New York Times reports the merger will result in the elimination of 10,000 jobs.