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Kenya protests, Russian detainees and Biden vs Trump economics
Jun 26, 2024
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich discusses protests in Kenya over tax hikes and IMF demands, American detainees in Russia, and the economic records of Biden and Trump. The podcast also covers violent clashes in Kenya, global news events, and cases of American citizens facing legal issues in Russia.
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- Protests in Kenya erupted over proposed tax hikes and IMF demands, resulting in damage and clashes with police.
- Analysis of economic impacts reveals Biden's fairer wealth distribution but slower economic growth compared to Trump's administration.
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Kenyan Protests against Tax Hikes and IMF Demands
Protesters in Kenya stormed the parliament compound in response to a bill raising taxes to meet IMF demands. The chaotic scenes resulted in damage to the parliament building and clashes with police. Kenyan activist Alma Obama, among others, was tear-gassed during the protests. The President described the protest as peaceful but hijacked by organized criminals, leading to casualties and injuries.
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