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Trump Ignites Trade Wars with China, Backs Down on Canada, Mexico

Feb 5, 2025
Shannon O'Neil, a senior vice president at the Council on Foreign Relations, discusses the chaos surrounding Trump's tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Kyle Handley from UC San Diego shares insights on how these tariffs create uncertainty for businesses and alter supply chains. NPR's Scott Horsley dives into the political motivations behind these trade wars and their potential long-term effects. The conversation uncovers the complexities of globalization, security concerns, and the economic ripple effects on consumers and markets.
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  • Trump's use of tariffs as a trade strategy has sparked significant international backlash, highlighting concerns over long-term economic relationships.
  • Despite postponing tariffs on Canada and Mexico, Trump's approach shows a confrontational U.S. trade policy that raises uncertainty for businesses.

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