1A The News Roundup For August 1, 2025
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Aug 1, 2025 Guest
Robbie Grammer
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Nancy Youssef
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David Rennie
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Jeff Mason
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Wendy Benjaminson
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Arthur Delaney
In this insightful discussion, guests include Arthur Delaney, a senior reporter at HuffPost, and Wendy Benjaminson, Washington senior editor for Bloomberg News, among others. They dive into the recent trade deal between Trump and the EU, unraveling its economic implications. The talk shifts to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the dire conditions and international reactions. Additionally, they explore the effects of Trump's immigration policies on American industry and the complex political landscape leading up to the 2024 elections.
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Complex New Tariff Landscape
- Trump’s tariff policies are highly complex, with many exemptions and ongoing negotiations.
- These tariffs represent the highest since the 1930s, signaling a significant shift towards protectionism.
Tariffs & Jobs Weigh on Economy
- The US economy and global markets are reacting negatively to tariff uncertainty and job report declines.
- Job losses and rising unemployment indicate tariffs and immigration policies are already impacting the economy.
US-EU Trade Deal Tentative
- The US-EU trade deal is tentative, with many details still unresolved.
- Trade deals this large usually take years to finalize, so this is initial progress, not a completed agreement.