The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2195 - BACK TO WINNING: Trump Negotiates Tariff Deal With UK
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May 8, 2025 President Trump announces a new tariff deal with the UK, sparking a discussion on market reactions. Columbia University becomes a protest hotspot, reflecting deeper cultural tensions. Scrutiny falls on Bernie Sanders' private jet usage, contradicting his socialist ideals. The Federal Reserve opts against lowering interest rates amid inflation concerns. The dialogue also touches on immigration complexities and the ongoing geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan. A critique of U.S. foreign policy regarding nuclear proliferation adds another layer of depth.
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Statue Symbolizes Left's Cultural Crisis
- The new Times Square statue symbolizes the left's rejection of traditional heroism and achievement.
- It promotes an uninspiring image, reflecting a cultural crisis within the Democratic Party.
Columbia Library Taken Over by Protesters
- Pro-Hamas demonstrators took over Columbia University's library, renaming it the Basel al-Araj Popular University.
- The protest included vandalism and was met with condemnation, including from Secretary Marco Rubio.
Trump's Tariff Shift Boosts Markets
- The Trump administration is moving away from broad tariff policies toward targeted trade deals like the UK framework.
- Markets respond positively when tariffs are reduced instead of broadly applied.