CNN This Morning The 'Uncertainty' Economy
Mar 7, 2025
Tyler Pager, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, and Michael Warren, Senior editor at The Dispatch, dive deep into the economic turmoil under President Trump. They discuss the tension between rising layoffs and small business struggles amidst market instability. The conversation reveals the political repercussions of Trump's NATO doubts and Governor Newsom's stance on transgender athletes. Insights on the shifting political landscape as we approach the 2024 elections and the cultural disconnect between economic data and public sentiment add to the intrigue.
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Tariff Impact on Small Businesses
- A small business owner in Arizona expressed frustration about tariff impacts.
- Increased costs forced her to raise prices, jeopardizing her retirement plans.
Miscalculation on 'Cruelty'
- Trump's focus on 'cruelty' as a political strategy miscalculated.
- Voters prioritized economic concerns over cultural issues like transgender rights.
Transactional Foreign Policy
- Trump views foreign policy transactionally.
- This approach has been viewed as both a strength and a weakness, raising concerns among allies.