Net Assessment How Will the U.S. Deal With a Weaponized World Economy?
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Sep 4, 2025 The hosts discuss the U.S. grappling with a weaponized global economy and examine its own vulnerabilities. They critique past policies regarding China and technology exports, emphasizing the need for strategic alternatives. A comedic take on Labor Day highlights the contributions of American workers and immigration impacts on the job market. Meanwhile, the complexities of U.S.-India relations and the absurdity of National Guard troops handling non-traditional duties are also critiqued. It’s a mix of serious analysis and light-hearted reflections on international affairs.
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Weaponized Interdependence Framing
- Henry Farrell and Abraham Newman argue economic power and national security are merging into 'weaponized interdependence.'
- That forces states to treat economic tools as instruments of coercion and defense.
Recent Escalations: Chips And Stakes
- Recent moves include export-control deals with NVIDIA/AMD and a 10% federal stake in Intel announced in August 2025.
- These developments signal a rapid expansion of economic-security interventions post-article.
Execution Risks Trump Strategy
- The U.S. has vulnerabilities in supply chains and execution, not just policy design, especially under the current administration.
- Melanie warns weak execution and erratic leadership amplify economic-security risks.
