The Socialist Program with Brian Becker Trump Faces Setbacks On Tariffs, Student Deportations, And Ukraine [Preview]
Apr 26, 2025
Trump is feeling the heat as his administration backs off tariffs, raising questions about economic strategy. The discussion shifts to student visa cancellations and the backlash they've sparked. Legal threats loom over students protesting the Gaza situation, reflecting a tense political climate. Amid all this, Musk's Tesla profits take a dive, complicating the economic landscape even further. The complexities of tariffs and trade wars reveal their impact on inflation and supply shortages, provoking sharp critiques from various quarters.
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Trump's Week of Retreated Chaos
- Donald Trump had to retreat on several aggressive policies including tariffs and firing the Federal Reserve chairman due to economic backlash.
- His overreach caused chaos in markets and forced him to walk back major threats within a short period.
Visa Revocation Reversal Amid Lawsuits
- Over 1,500 international students had their visas canceled, causing widespread panic, especially among those supporting Palestine.
- Intense legal challenges led to the Trump administration reversing visa cancellations and reinstating some student visas.
ICE Shifts Visa Revocation Policy
- The Trump administration used misdemeanor charges from criminal record checks to revoke student visas in a crackdown on activism.
- ICE is now pausing visa revocations based solely on these records and pledging a new review process amid resistance and fears.