Convictions and Economic Currents

This chapter examines the virtual sentencing of Donald Trump for falsifying business records, noting the lack of jail time despite his felony status and its implications for perceptions of the U.S. economy. It also discusses positive job growth in the U.S. alongside rising borrowing costs in the UK, drawing connections between economic indicators and political contexts. Additionally, the chapter highlights the ongoing crisis in Venezuela, emphasizing the mass migration of its citizens and the broader implications for international relations and sanctions.