Podcast:WSJ What’s News Published On: Thu Aug 24 2023 Description: A.M. Edition for Aug. 24. Eight Republican candidates for president largely avoided criticism of absent former President Donald Trump in the primary season’s inaugural debate last night. WSJ national political reporter Eliza Collins explains who managed to stand out from the pack. Plus, China and Russia take on the West by expanding the Brics coalition. And relief for global energy markets as Australia's Woodside Energy diffuses a looming labor dispute. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices