The America First Movement and China

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On foreign policy, I'd say the biggest divide in the America First Movement at the moment is over Ukraine. There are still some people who think that it's important to stand up to Russia and support Ukraine. On China, I think there's a bit more continuity with the Biden administration. Donald Trump's instincts, I think, are not in fact super hawkish on that.

When he was last elected, many were surprised, even in his own camp. This time around, his backers are taking no such chances. We take a closer look at his policy plans. China currently supplies nearly all the world’s processed critical minerals. Could Australia change that (10:52)? And, a reality TV show with a greenfingered twist (19:03).

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