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Jordan's King In Washington, New Tariffs, NYC Mayor's Corruption Charges

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Feb 11, 2025
King Abdullah of Jordan meets with President Trump, rejecting a controversial proposal about Palestinians. New tariffs on steel and aluminum are announced, raising concerns about their impact on various industries. Legal troubles loom for NYC Mayor Eric Adams as the Justice Department pushes to dismiss corruption charges against him, despite allegations of accepting illegal perks. The podcast explores the diplomatic tensions and complex relationships at play between the U.S. and Jordan during this critical time.
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INSIGHT

Tense Meeting

  • Jordan's King Abdullah's meeting with President Trump may be tense.
  • Trump's proposal to move Palestinians from Gaza to Jordan and Egypt faces opposition.
INSIGHT

New Tariffs

  • President Trump has imposed new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
  • These tariffs aim to protect American industries, but may negatively impact others.
ANECDOTE

Stock Market Reaction

  • American steel and aluminum companies may benefit from the new tariffs.
  • Shares of Alcoa and U.S. Steel rose after the announcement.
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