

A Turning Point In The Tariff War | Episode 39
15 snips May 8, 2025
A significant trade agreement between the U.S. and the U.K. takes center stage, revealing its potential impacts on the automotive sector. Political tensions heat up as debates over accountability during congressional hearings unfold. The podcast also highlights efforts to combat child sex trafficking and promote American family farms, alongside critiques of political decision-making within Congress. Meanwhile, the new Surgeon General nomination adds another layer to the ongoing political drama.
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US-UK Trade Deal Focus
- The new US-UK trade deal focuses on reducing tariffs on British car exports to the US with some concessions in agriculture.
- This deal aims to balance trade and improve market access, signaling Trump's seriousness on trade negotiations.
Secrecy in Trade Negotiations
- Treasury Secretary Scott Besson declined to reveal countries involved in trade talks to avoid jeopardizing negotiations.
- This strategic secrecy highlights the complexity and sensitivity of high-stake international trade agreements.
Maxine Waters' Forgotten Dance
- Maxine Waters forgot meeting Treasury Secretary Scott Besson at a New Year's Eve event, much to his amusing surprise.
- Besson humorously recalled she was better at the electric slide, implying she was perhaps inebriated.