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Big Tech Comeback. The Magnificent Seven are doing something for the first time in more than two years as the NASDAQ snaps a five-session losing streak. Plus, White House Warning. President Biden gives an ominous outlook for the next four years in his farewell address. And later, critical testimony on the Hill today with Wall Street watching the man who could become the next Treasury Secretary. 

Alex Kantrowitz of Big Technology weighs in on what Microsoft and Meta’s reported job cuts and hiring freeze means about the broader landscape for Big Tech.  Plus, the CEO of AI chip startup Blaize discusses the decision to go public through a SPAC merger.  And, Gabelli Funds Co-CIO Chris Marangi highlights one financial name that offers an alternative entry point into the sector.

Musk to the Rescue? Reports this morning indicate that the Chinese government is in talks with the Tesla chief over the sale of TikTok's U.S. operations. Plus, a critical week of hearings is on tap for the President-elect's cabinet picks. And later, one government agency is key to the relief effort in the California wildfires.

More red arrows for Wall Street after the worst day in nearly a month. Futures under pressure. Plus, Mark Zuckerberg goes after Apple and Tim Cook for a lack of innovation and what he calls arbitrary rules. And later, the response to the California wildfires is getting more and more political with one week to go until Inauguration Day.