Economist Podcasts All the president’s money men: the Trumponomics team
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Jan 3, 2025 
Simon Rabinovich, U.S. economics editor at The Economist, dissects the complex dynamics within Donald Trump's economic team, exploring the interplay between traditional conservatives and the America First faction. Anne Rowe captivates listeners with the curious case of Saturn's disappearing rings and their deep historical significance. Meanwhile, Rachel Dobbs highlights alarming trends in tourism's carbon emissions, stressing the urgent need for sustainable practices in an era of rising environmental impact.
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Trumponomics in the First Term
- Donald Trump's economic policy principles during his first term were straightforward, focusing on "America First" and deregulation.
- He consistently criticized China and favored corporate tax cuts.
Trump's Economic Team
- Donald Trump's economic team for his potential second term is unusually large and diverse, comprised of three main groups.
- These groups include conservative mainstreamers, America First advocates, and tech tycoons.
Conservative Mainstreamers
- Trump's "conservative mainstreamers" hold prominent positions like Treasury and Commerce Secretaries.
- These individuals have strong backgrounds in finance and business, offering potential moderation to Trump's policies.