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218: Catherine Rampell on Trump’s Tariffs and DOGE

The Al Franken Podcast

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The Impact of Privatization and Leadership in Government Agencies

This chapter explores the movement towards privatizing government functions, particularly in NOAA and the Department of Education, highlighting concerns over the influence of specific interests on public services. It examines the ramifications of staffing decisions and layoffs within critical agencies like HHS, emphasizing the potential dangers of neglecting essential services and outdated systems. The dialogue also critiques government policies that hinder public access and the complexities surrounding recent tariff implementations.

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