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Trump and the history of tariffs. With Doug Irwin

The Economics Show

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Shifts in Global Trade and Rising Discontent

This chapter explores the evolution of global trade post-Cold War, emphasizing the rise of capitalism and increasing concerns about China's influence. It also examines U.S. policy shifts under the Obama administration and their implications for trade frameworks, ultimately linking historical tariff actions to the trade policies of Trump's presidency.

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