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Big-claims court: Donald Trump’s latest indictment
Aug 2, 2023
Daniel Franklin, The Economist's deputy US editor, analyzes Donald Trump's latest legal setbacks, including serious indictments related to the 2020 election, and their impact on his campaign. Simon Cox, the China economics editor, discusses China's lackluster post-pandemic recovery, grappling with youth unemployment and declining exports. The podcast also delves into the underground piano trade in Iran, revealing how sanctions have led to fascinating black market dynamics in the luxury goods sector.
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- Donald Trump faces serious charges related to his claims of winning the 2020 election, which could affect his campaign and political future.
- China's post-pandemic economic recovery is facing challenges, with declining factory activity, stuttering growth, and the risk of deflation.
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Trump faces grave charges in historic federal indictment
Former American president Donald Trump has been indicted on charges of conspiring to defraud the United States, conspiring to disenfranchise voters, and conspiring and attempting to obstruct an official proceeding. The indictment accuses Trump of seeking to overturn the democratic process in America and is considered the most significant charge he is facing. Despite the serious charges, Trump retains support among Republican voters and remains a top contender for the party's presidential nomination.
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