Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 4/9/25: China Ups Tariffs, Elon Rages At Navarro, Trump Budget Chaos, Hamas Wants Off Terror List & MORE!
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Apr 9, 2025 Chris Deluzio, a Rust Belt Democrat and Congressman from Pennsylvania, joins the discussion on the recent upheaval in trade relations, focusing on China's tariffs and their impact on American consumers. He addresses the chaos within the Trump administration, particularly the clash between trade advisors Elon Musk and Peter Navarro. Deluzio also critiques the effectiveness of current tariff policies and advocates for revitalizing U.S. manufacturing, emphasizing the need for robust industrial strategies to support American workers.
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Trade War & Internal Conflict
- China retaliated against US tariffs, undermining Trump's plan A.
- Trump's administration faces internal conflict, blurring lines between officials and oligarchs.
China's Advantage
- China's retaliation against US tariffs highlights their stronger position in a trade war.
- Their built-up manufacturing and supply chains make them less reliant on the US.
Trump's NRCC Speech
- Trump spoke at the NRCC dinner, predicting a massive victory in 2026.
- He downplayed the tariff impact, claiming countries are eager to make deals.