The Michael Knowles Show Ep. 1711 - Trump Slams China with 104% Tariffs
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Apr 9, 2025 Get ready for a wild ride through mega tariffs on China sparking trade wars and market chaos. A surprising call for illegal labor to pick cotton raises eyebrows, and scientists bring dire wolves back from the dead after thousands of years! Meanwhile, the podcast unpacks unpredictable political alliances and navigates the complexities of U.S.-Israel relations. There's a fascinating critique on government spending priorities and an ethical dive into resurrecting extinct species, blending science with cultural legacy.
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Tariff Regime and Global Conflict Parallels
- Trump's tariffs are more expansive than the 1930 Smoot-Hawley tariffs.
- The current global conflict rise has parallels with the 1930s, causing market downturn.
Trump's Action on China
- Politicians have long demanded action against China's unfair trade practices.
- Trump is the only politician who has acted on these promises.
Trade War Leverage
- China needs the US market more than the US needs China's.
- The US has a stronger hand in the trade war due to the trade deficit.