FOX News contributor Karl Rove joins 'FOX Business Tonight' to discuss Republicans' concernsFederal workers with children enrolled in a school that has not resumed full-time, in-classroom instruction would be eligible for enhanced paid time off under the version of a $1.9 trillion relief package being pushed through Congress. The perk, buried on page 305 of the “,” would set aside $570 million for an “Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund” exclusively for federal employees. Said employees would be eligible to receive the money if caring for school-aged children who are not physically in...…FOX News contributor Karl Rove joins 'FOX Business Tonight' to discuss Republicans' concernsFederal workers with children enrolled in a school that has not resumed full-time, in-classroom instruction would be eligible for enhanced paid time off under the version of a $1.9 trillion relief package being pushed through Congress. The perk, buried on page 305 of the “,” would set aside $570 million for an “Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund” exclusively for federal employees. Said employees would be eligible to receive the money if caring for school-aged children who are not physically in...WW…

‘Tesla Daily’ host Rob Maurer discusses how the electric vehicle company aims to build 1.5 million vehicles per year through their battery production.Tesla CEO confirmed Thursday night that the automaker's Fremont, Calif., factory had shut down for two days this week due to a parts supply issue, but was back up and running.Musk was responding to a Twitter follower asking for an update after that the Model 3 production line at the plant would be closed for two weeks.Tesla shares fell 8% on Thursday and were down in pre-market trading Friday. Earlier this week the stock entered a bear market,...…‘Tesla Daily’ host Rob Maurer discusses how the electric vehicle company aims to build 1.5 million vehicles per year through their battery production.Tesla CEO confirmed Thursday night that the automaker's Fremont, Calif., factory had shut down for two days this week due to a parts supply issue, but was back up and running.Musk was responding to a Twitter follower asking for an update after that the Model 3 production line at the plant would be closed for two weeks.Tesla shares fell 8% on Thursday and were down in pre-market trading Friday. Earlier this week the stock entered a bear market,...WW…

With millions around the country calling for a $15 minimum wage, small business owners fear their businesses will be crippled while minimum wage workers have hope for better days ahead. Parliamentarian said on Thursday night that a federal hike to $15 per hour does not fit the criteria to be included in the Democrats’ $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package.The measure does not fall in line with the requirements to be passed via the fast-track budget reconciliation process, a source familiar with the ruling said.The reconciliation process will allow Democrats to pass legislation without any...…With millions around the country calling for a $15 minimum wage, small business owners fear their businesses will be crippled while minimum wage workers have hope for better days ahead. Parliamentarian said on Thursday night that a federal hike to $15 per hour does not fit the criteria to be included in the Democrats’ $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package.The measure does not fall in line with the requirements to be passed via the fast-track budget reconciliation process, a source familiar with the ruling said.The reconciliation process will allow Democrats to pass legislation without any...WW…

Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.left no doubts on day one in the White House that the era of deregulation was over, according to a report.Soon after taking office Jan. 20, Biden scrapped a Trump deregulation rule that had helped save the U.S. about $160 billion, according to an analysis by the American Action Forum (AAF), a think tank that focuses on economic and fiscal policy issues."I wager in saying that, going back in the modern era of presidents, even back through Reagan, this is probably the most deregulatory administration we’ve...…Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.left no doubts on day one in the White House that the era of deregulation was over, according to a report.Soon after taking office Jan. 20, Biden scrapped a Trump deregulation rule that had helped save the U.S. about $160 billion, according to an analysis by the American Action Forum (AAF), a think tank that focuses on economic and fiscal policy issues."I wager in saying that, going back in the modern era of presidents, even back through Reagan, this is probably the most deregulatory administration we’ve...WW…

January gun sales are up 75% year-over-year. FOX Business’ Jeff Flock with more.U.S.  skyrocketed 75% year-over-year in January amid safety concerns stemming from the Capitol riots, and unrest that occurred in major cities last summer.FOX Business'Jeff Flock spoke with Jeff Regnier, owner of Kee Firearms and Training about the surge in gun sales his business has experienced in the first month of the New Year.“The people are afraid for their safety so they want to protect their families,” Reigner said during an interview on “You can see a lot of new-time gun buyers, a lot of women coming in...…January gun sales are up 75% year-over-year. FOX Business’ Jeff Flock with more.U.S.  skyrocketed 75% year-over-year in January amid safety concerns stemming from the Capitol riots, and unrest that occurred in major cities last summer.FOX Business'Jeff Flock spoke with Jeff Regnier, owner of Kee Firearms and Training about the surge in gun sales his business has experienced in the first month of the New Year.“The people are afraid for their safety so they want to protect their families,” Reigner said during an interview on “You can see a lot of new-time gun buyers, a lot of women coming in...WW…

Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.are considering a bill that would penalize department stores for separating children’s toys, clothing and other items by gender. , introduced by Assemblyman Evan Low, D-Campbell, department stores with 500 or more employees would be subject to a $1,000 fine if they do not “correct a violation of these provisions within 30 days of receiving written notice of the violation.” Stores would not have to change their products, but the products could not be displayed based on how they have “traditionally been...…Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.are considering a bill that would penalize department stores for separating children’s toys, clothing and other items by gender. , introduced by Assemblyman Evan Low, D-Campbell, department stores with 500 or more employees would be subject to a $1,000 fine if they do not “correct a violation of these provisions within 30 days of receiving written notice of the violation.” Stores would not have to change their products, but the products could not be displayed based on how they have “traditionally been...WW…

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy argues retail investors can't trust Robinood and its CEO Vlad Tenev following the GameStop trading frenzy. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy took Robinhood CEO Vladimir Tenev to task over his company's conduct during last month's dramatic surge of GameStop's stock fueled by a group of amateur traders.Portnoy had previously called Tenev a "rat" and a "liar" and suggested that folks from Robinhood "have to go to jail" after the stock trading company blocked stock purchases of GameStop and other companies whose stock market value surged with the help of...…Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy argues retail investors can't trust Robinood and its CEO Vlad Tenev following the GameStop trading frenzy. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy took Robinhood CEO Vladimir Tenev to task over his company's conduct during last month's dramatic surge of GameStop's stock fueled by a group of amateur traders.Portnoy had previously called Tenev a "rat" and a "liar" and suggested that folks from Robinhood "have to go to jail" after the stock trading company blocked stock purchases of GameStop and other companies whose stock market value surged with the help of...WW…

Extreme cold weather is bringing arctic air as far south as the Gulf of Mexico. Fox News senior meteorologist Janice Dean with more.With nearly 3.5 million Texas homes and businesses without electricity Monday afternoon, state officials were looking for answers and one may come from an unexpected source: the auction system used by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.The council, which operates the electric grid and manages the deregulated energy market for 75% of the state, issued emergency energy alert warnings in advance of the storm. But bitter-cold temperatures and a rare snowfall...…Extreme cold weather is bringing arctic air as far south as the Gulf of Mexico. Fox News senior meteorologist Janice Dean with more.With nearly 3.5 million Texas homes and businesses without electricity Monday afternoon, state officials were looking for answers and one may come from an unexpected source: the auction system used by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.The council, which operates the electric grid and manages the deregulated energy market for 75% of the state, issued emergency energy alert warnings in advance of the storm. But bitter-cold temperatures and a rare snowfall...WW…

Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.residents will not be burdened by "skyrocketing" energy bills following the that caused widespread blackouts last week, Gov. Greg Abbott said. on Sunday that he is addressing the "skyrocketing energy bills that resulted from a temporary spike in the energy market" with members of the legislature to make sure residents aren't held financially responsible.As the state reels under one of the worst electricity outages in U.S. history, Abbott and members of the legislature will calculate the total cost of...…Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.residents will not be burdened by "skyrocketing" energy bills following the that caused widespread blackouts last week, Gov. Greg Abbott said. on Sunday that he is addressing the "skyrocketing energy bills that resulted from a temporary spike in the energy market" with members of the legislature to make sure residents aren't held financially responsible.As the state reels under one of the worst electricity outages in U.S. history, Abbott and members of the legislature will calculate the total cost of...WW…

Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.Two of America's are tying up; Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. and Cooper in a .Both stocks rallied on the deal with shares of Cooper hitting a record.TickerSecurityLastChangeChange %GOODYEAR TIRE16.82+2.92+21.05%COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY56.58+12.72+29.00%“The addition of Cooper’s complementary tire product portfolio and highly capable manufacturing assets, coupled with Goodyear’s technology and industry leading distribution, provides the combined company with opportunities for improved cost efficiency and...…Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.Two of America's are tying up; Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. and Cooper in a .Both stocks rallied on the deal with shares of Cooper hitting a record.TickerSecurityLastChangeChange %GOODYEAR TIRE16.82+2.92+21.05%COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY56.58+12.72+29.00%“The addition of Cooper’s complementary tire product portfolio and highly capable manufacturing assets, coupled with Goodyear’s technology and industry leading distribution, provides the combined company with opportunities for improved cost efficiency and...WW…

Steph Paternot, Circle Squared Alternative Investments president Jeff Sica discuss the growth of Disney's streaming service.Before playing the music and lighting the lights, fans who choose to binge "The Muppet Show" on will be shown an "offensive content" warning ahead of select episodes. The classic series, which first aired in 1976, was released on the on Friday.“This program includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures. These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than remove this content, we want to acknowledge its harmful impact, learn from it...…Steph Paternot, Circle Squared Alternative Investments president Jeff Sica discuss the growth of Disney's streaming service.Before playing the music and lighting the lights, fans who choose to binge "The Muppet Show" on will be shown an "offensive content" warning ahead of select episodes. The classic series, which first aired in 1976, was released on the on Friday.“This program includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures. These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than remove this content, we want to acknowledge its harmful impact, learn from it...WW…

Laffer Associates chairman Art Laffer explains how additional coronavirus spending could damage economy.The version of the stimulus bill contains more than $100 million for an rail project in Silicon Valley for which planning has been going on for several years but hasn't yet broken ground.The funding for the project, phase two of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) expansion, was tucked into the House Transportation Committee's section of the bill under a funding provision for "all projects under section 3005(b) of Public Law 114-94 that received allocations for fiscal year 2019 and 2020"...…Laffer Associates chairman Art Laffer explains how additional coronavirus spending could damage economy.The version of the stimulus bill contains more than $100 million for an rail project in Silicon Valley for which planning has been going on for several years but hasn't yet broken ground.The funding for the project, phase two of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) expansion, was tucked into the House Transportation Committee's section of the bill under a funding provision for "all projects under section 3005(b) of Public Law 114-94 that received allocations for fiscal year 2019 and 2020"...WW…

Close the sidebarFormer U.S. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette argues the situation in Texas following a storm shows the importance of having 'a diverse energy supply.' and gas prices continued to climb Tuesday morning as frigid wintry weather choked off wells and refineries and shut-in natural gas production in Texas and Oklahoma and left millions of people without power.West Texas Intermediate crude oil rose 19 cents to $59.66 per barrel while natural gas climbed 21.3 cents, or 7.31%, to $3.125 per thousand cubic feet. RBOB gasoline was higher by 6.2 cents to $1.7545 per gallon. “This is a...…Close the sidebarFormer U.S. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette argues the situation in Texas following a storm shows the importance of having 'a diverse energy supply.' and gas prices continued to climb Tuesday morning as frigid wintry weather choked off wells and refineries and shut-in natural gas production in Texas and Oklahoma and left millions of people without power.West Texas Intermediate crude oil rose 19 cents to $59.66 per barrel while natural gas climbed 21.3 cents, or 7.31%, to $3.125 per thousand cubic feet. RBOB gasoline was higher by 6.2 cents to $1.7545 per gallon. “This is a...WW…

FOX News contributor reacts to New York governor's defense of withholding nursing home death data.The decision by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration to withhold details about the number of nursing home residents who died as a result of the  pandemic is "criminal," Fox News contributor Charlie Hurt claimed Monday.Continue Reading Below“He told lies. His administration told lies,” Hurt said on “FOX Business Tonight. “And it’s kind of amazing that he doesn’t even know that his own top aide has already admitted that they lied.”During a press briefing on Monday, Cuomo admitted he and...…FOX News contributor reacts to New York governor's defense of withholding nursing home death data.The decision by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration to withhold details about the number of nursing home residents who died as a result of the  pandemic is "criminal," Fox News contributor Charlie Hurt claimed Monday.Continue Reading Below“He told lies. His administration told lies,” Hurt said on “FOX Business Tonight. “And it’s kind of amazing that he doesn’t even know that his own top aide has already admitted that they lied.”During a press briefing on Monday, Cuomo admitted he and...WW…

Tracey Alvino argues that Cuomo’s nursing home order has led to a ‘lifetime of heartache, anguish, and pain’ for coronavirus victims’ families.The daughter of a man who died after contracting in a New York rehabilitation facility is calling for an independent investigation into Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s policy requiring nursing homes to accept coronavirus-positive patients.Continue Reading Below“With the stroke of Gov. Cuomo’s pen, he sentenced thousands of people like my father to death, and he sentenced us, the families, to a lifetime of heartache, anguish and pain,” Tracey Alvino said on “” on...…Tracey Alvino argues that Cuomo’s nursing home order has led to a ‘lifetime of heartache, anguish, and pain’ for coronavirus victims’ families.The daughter of a man who died after contracting in a New York rehabilitation facility is calling for an independent investigation into Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s policy requiring nursing homes to accept coronavirus-positive patients.Continue Reading Below“With the stroke of Gov. Cuomo’s pen, he sentenced thousands of people like my father to death, and he sentenced us, the families, to a lifetime of heartache, anguish and pain,” Tracey Alvino said on “” on...WW…

The Schork Group principal Stephen Schork says oil is now being 'bid out of inventory,' which is a sign of rising demand and therefore, stronger prices. shutting down the Dakota Access pipeline would result in Americans paying higher prices at the supermarket, according to experts.Continue Reading BelowThe Biden administration will decide the fate of the Dakota Access pipeline, which was approved by former in 2017 after being denied by former President Barack Obama, following a court-ordered environmental review.More than 200 celebrities recently sent a letter to Biden asking him to...…The Schork Group principal Stephen Schork says oil is now being 'bid out of inventory,' which is a sign of rising demand and therefore, stronger prices. shutting down the Dakota Access pipeline would result in Americans paying higher prices at the supermarket, according to experts.Continue Reading BelowThe Biden administration will decide the fate of the Dakota Access pipeline, which was approved by former in 2017 after being denied by former President Barack Obama, following a court-ordered environmental review.More than 200 celebrities recently sent a letter to Biden asking him to...WW…

undefinedOut of roughly $90 million the Lincoln Project has raised, more than half has gone to firms run by the group’s founders, according to open records data reviewed by Fox Business. Continue Reading BelowThe records show that about a third of the money – roughly $27 million – raised by the super PAC, directly paid for advertisements that aired on broadcast and cable, or appeared online, during the 2020 campaign. The vast majority of the cash was split among consulting firms controlled by its founders, including about $27 million paid to a small firm controlled by Galen and another $21...…undefinedOut of roughly $90 million the Lincoln Project has raised, more than half has gone to firms run by the group’s founders, according to open records data reviewed by Fox Business. Continue Reading BelowThe records show that about a third of the money – roughly $27 million – raised by the super PAC, directly paid for advertisements that aired on broadcast and cable, or appeared online, during the 2020 campaign. The vast majority of the cash was split among consulting firms controlled by its founders, including about $27 million paid to a small firm controlled by Galen and another $21...WW…

The Chateau on the Lake owner Buddy Foy Jr. gives an update on his business after getting fed up with New York restrictions and opening a new restaurant in Florida.Two weeks ago, when the thermometer plunged below 20 and indoor dining was still off-limits in the city, intrepid New Yorkers continued to cling to vestiges of their social lives.Continue Reading BelowOn East 60th street, patrons at the once buzzy Le Bilboquet were huddled in , wearing hats and scarves while nibbling on Cajun chicken and sipping Bordeaux. One block up, 10 tables at clubby La Goulue struggled to share four heaters...…The Chateau on the Lake owner Buddy Foy Jr. gives an update on his business after getting fed up with New York restrictions and opening a new restaurant in Florida.Two weeks ago, when the thermometer plunged below 20 and indoor dining was still off-limits in the city, intrepid New Yorkers continued to cling to vestiges of their social lives.Continue Reading BelowOn East 60th street, patrons at the once buzzy Le Bilboquet were huddled in , wearing hats and scarves while nibbling on Cajun chicken and sipping Bordeaux. One block up, 10 tables at clubby La Goulue struggled to share four heaters...WW…

FOX Business’ Maria Bartiromo on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slamming New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for halting mortgage payments but not rent, and the state of real estate market and the broader economy amid the coronavirus pandemic. He’s in favor of — to himself.Continue Reading BelowFreshman Bronx/Westchester Congressman took a generous salary from his own campaign coffers while running for office, just weeks after saying he would go salary-free during his congressional race.Between March and November of 2020, Democrat Bowman pocketed $27,500 from his campaign committee, FEC records show. That...…FOX Business’ Maria Bartiromo on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slamming New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for halting mortgage payments but not rent, and the state of real estate market and the broader economy amid the coronavirus pandemic. He’s in favor of — to himself.Continue Reading BelowFreshman Bronx/Westchester Congressman took a generous salary from his own campaign coffers while running for office, just weeks after saying he would go salary-free during his congressional race.Between March and November of 2020, Democrat Bowman pocketed $27,500 from his campaign committee, FEC records show. That...WW…

Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.From pilotless jets engaging in dogfights to huge undersea vessels ferrying troops, the Pentagon is pushing to increase the use of automation.Continue Reading BelowDefense moves are outpacing commercial automation efforts in the air, on the ground and beneath the waves as officials seek to counter American adversaries' according to current and former national-security and industry officials. That progress -- highlighted in cockpits managed primarily by computers, totally autonomous helicopters and...…Fox Business Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com.From pilotless jets engaging in dogfights to huge undersea vessels ferrying troops, the Pentagon is pushing to increase the use of automation.Continue Reading BelowDefense moves are outpacing commercial automation efforts in the air, on the ground and beneath the waves as officials seek to counter American adversaries' according to current and former national-security and industry officials. That progress -- highlighted in cockpits managed primarily by computers, totally autonomous helicopters and...WW…

Fox News contributor Liz Peek and Geltrude & Company founder Dan Geltrude weigh in on student debt and possible government involvement that may follow the Robinhood stock trading frenzy. Federal prosecutors and regulators are investigating whether market manipulation or other types of misconduct  last month in prices of stocks such as  Corp. and  Inc., according to people familiar with the matter.Continue Reading BelowThe Justice Department’s fraud section and the San Francisco U.S. attorney’s office have sought information about the activity from brokers and social-media companies that...…Fox News contributor Liz Peek and Geltrude & Company founder Dan Geltrude weigh in on student debt and possible government involvement that may follow the Robinhood stock trading frenzy. Federal prosecutors and regulators are investigating whether market manipulation or other types of misconduct  last month in prices of stocks such as  Corp. and  Inc., according to people familiar with the matter.Continue Reading BelowThe Justice Department’s fraud section and the San Francisco U.S. attorney’s office have sought information about the activity from brokers and social-media companies that...WW…

Blade founder and CEO Rob Wiesenthal discusses his company going public via a SPAC deal. Perhaps the folks at have been watching a lot of “Jetsons” reruns in quarantine.Continue Reading Below is planning to buy up to 200 fully electric “air taxis” — with the capacity for vertical takeoff and landing — for the purpose of transporting customers to the airport quickly, safely, and ideally with minimal environmental impact.The Chicago-based carrier announced its intentions to work with Archer, an “air mobility company,” to bring the battery-powered aircraft into operation by 2024. Once up and...…Blade founder and CEO Rob Wiesenthal discusses his company going public via a SPAC deal. Perhaps the folks at have been watching a lot of “Jetsons” reruns in quarantine.Continue Reading Below is planning to buy up to 200 fully electric “air taxis” — with the capacity for vertical takeoff and landing — for the purpose of transporting customers to the airport quickly, safely, and ideally with minimal environmental impact.The Chicago-based carrier announced its intentions to work with Archer, an “air mobility company,” to bring the battery-powered aircraft into operation by 2024. Once up and...WW…

Rep. Tom Reed, R-NY, said the Cuomo aide who under-reported the nursing home death toll needs to be “arrested today.”Rep. Tom Reed, R-N.Y. said Friday he will file a criminal complaint against New York 's aide and is calling for her arrest, after a that she withheld data on  deaths at nursing homes to avoid federal scrutiny.Continue Reading Below"I'm going to be looking at filing a personal criminal complaint against this individual today in local law enforcement offices as well as federal offices because she needs to be arrested today," Reed told FOX Business' Maria Bartiromo on Friday.A...…Rep. Tom Reed, R-NY, said the Cuomo aide who under-reported the nursing home death toll needs to be “arrested today.”Rep. Tom Reed, R-N.Y. said Friday he will file a criminal complaint against New York 's aide and is calling for her arrest, after a that she withheld data on  deaths at nursing homes to avoid federal scrutiny.Continue Reading Below"I'm going to be looking at filing a personal criminal complaint against this individual today in local law enforcement offices as well as federal offices because she needs to be arrested today," Reed told FOX Business' Maria Bartiromo on Friday.A...WW…

The oil and gas industry is seeing big fallout following President Biden's executive order canceling the Keystone XL pipeline. FOX Business' Grady Trimble with more.The average price of gas in the United States has hit a 12-month high, according to new data Thursday from Gas Buddy.Continue Reading BelowThe in the United States is now $2.50 per gallon after soaring from an average price of $1.74 per gallon in April 2020. In February of last year, Gas Buddy's chart shows gas prices were about $2.42 per gallon and proceeded to rise slightly before plummeting as the coronavirus pandemic spread...…The oil and gas industry is seeing big fallout following President Biden's executive order canceling the Keystone XL pipeline. FOX Business' Grady Trimble with more.The average price of gas in the United States has hit a 12-month high, according to new data Thursday from Gas Buddy.Continue Reading BelowThe in the United States is now $2.50 per gallon after soaring from an average price of $1.74 per gallon in April 2020. In February of last year, Gas Buddy's chart shows gas prices were about $2.42 per gallon and proceeded to rise slightly before plummeting as the coronavirus pandemic spread...WW…

Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., argues China’s President Xi Jinping will continue to ‘lie to America citizens.’ warned that will "eat our lunch" on Thursday after speaking with Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time Wednesday night since becoming president – a sentiment that seemed to contradict some of his statements on the campaign trail.Continue Reading Below"Last night I was on the phone with for two straight hours with Xi Jinping," Biden told reporters in the Oval Office. "It was a good conversation, I know him well, we spent a lot of time together over the years I was vice...…Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., argues China’s President Xi Jinping will continue to ‘lie to America citizens.’ warned that will "eat our lunch" on Thursday after speaking with Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time Wednesday night since becoming president – a sentiment that seemed to contradict some of his statements on the campaign trail.Continue Reading Below"Last night I was on the phone with for two straight hours with Xi Jinping," Biden told reporters in the Oval Office. "It was a good conversation, I know him well, we spent a lot of time together over the years I was vice...WW…