The Rest Is Politics: US 67. Trump’s War With Wall Street
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Mar 7, 2025 The hosts delve into the fallout of Trump's tariffs, questioning their impact on Wall Street and the working class. They analyze the geopolitical ramifications of the Ukraine conflict and the crucial role of U.S. support. Political dynamics heat up as they discuss Marco Rubio's isolation within the MAGA movement. The contrasting responses of Democrats and Republicans during a State of the Union address add to the intrigue. With lighthearted banter sprinkled throughout, they keep the conversation engaging and insightful.
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Irreparable Damage to US Relations
- Donald Trump's tariff strategy might be revoked soon, but the damage to US relations with Canada and Mexico is done.
- Allies have lost confidence, similar to a yell in a relationship that lingers.
Soft Power and Economic Leadership
- The US's soft power reinforces its economic leadership, particularly in the free world.
- Undermining this soft power by antagonizing allies could damage the US dollar's status as a reserve currency.
Rewriting the World Order
- Trump's tariffs and his stance on Ukraine are part of a larger trend of rewriting the world order.
- This order, which has maintained peace in the Western Hemisphere, is being dismantled, and the consequences are uncertain.