All In with Chris Hayes

‘Nothing is free’: legal questions over Trump's profiting from foreign sources remain unresolved

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May 14, 2025
Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren, known for her advocacy on economic inequality, dives into Donald Trump's foreign entanglements during his Middle East tour. She discusses the ethical issues of Trump's financial ties and extravagant gifts from foreign leaders, raising alarms about potential corruption. The conversation shifts to the U.S.-China trade war, examining its impact on businesses and consumers. Warren also touches on public health misinformation and the escalating concerns around vaccine safety and community health.
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Trump's Middle East Favoritism Exposed

  • Trump's Middle East trip prioritized favors for Gulf states over U.S. interests.
  • He accepted lavish gifts that raised constitutional and ethical concerns.
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Trump's Foreign Profits and Corruption

  • Trump profits personally from foreign deals violating constitutional foreign gift prohibitions.
  • Senate Republicans largely ignore these blatant conflicts, enabling corruption.
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Trade War's Lingering Economic Pain

  • Even after tariff reductions, trade war uncertainty persists, hitting supply and prices.
  • Businesses face difficult choices ordering goods amid unpredictable tariff timelines.
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