

Episode 4439: Trump Time Magazine Deal With It; Stopping The Hurricane Of Spenindig
Apr 25, 2025
David Malpass, former Undersecretary of Treasury and Head of the World Bank, dives deep into pressing economic and geopolitical issues. He discusses the complexities of U.S.-China trade negotiations and the challenges of reducing government spending. Malpass critiques the Federal Reserve's handling of inflation and explores the implications of China's rising power on global trade dynamics. He emphasizes the importance of strategic policy and transparency in international negotiations, along with the need for resilience in U.S. defense strategies.
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Trump's Trade Deal Strategy
- President Trump claims to have made 200 trade deals but has not disclosed details.
- He leverages the U.S. market's economic power to negotiate favorable terms with countries.
Trump on Ukraine and Expansion
- Trump acknowledged solving the Ukraine war in a day was symbolic, showing understanding of its complexity.
- His territorial expansion aspirations align with historical figures like James Polk.
Trump's Hemispheric Vision
- Stephen Bannon highlights Trump's admiration for President Polk's continental expansion legacy.
- Trump has a strategic vision for hemispheric defense and expanding U.S. influence from Greenland to the Panama Canal.