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Americano: are Trump's tariffs really that bad?

Feb 3, 2025
Kate Andrews, the Economics editor for The Spectator, and William Clouston, leader of the Social Democratic Party, dive deep into Trump's controversial tariff decisions. They explore whether these tariffs are strategic negotiations or detrimental policies. The conversation highlights the complex impacts on the US economy and trade relations, especially with allies like Canada and the EU. They also discuss the decline of manufacturing and advocate for re-industrialization, questioning how tariffs could reshape the future of trade and prosperity.
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