Decoder with Nilay Patel What Trump has broken in 100 days
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May 1, 2025 
Adi Robertson, policy editor at The Verge, dives into the tumultuous first 100 days of Trump's second term. They discuss the chaotic impact of tariffs on global markets and how FCC policies affect free speech. The conversation explores the political fallout surrounding TikTok and the challenges of child safety legislation. AI’s disruptive rise and its transformative effects on businesses are also examined. Additionally, Robertson highlights the complexities of cryptocurrency trends, including the implications of Dogecoin amid political shifts.
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Rapid Destructive Executive Expansion
- Trump's second term has massively accelerated the scope and speed of executive actions.
- Much of this involves destruction rather than constructive policy building.
Tariffs Create Economic Chaos
- The chaotic, unpredictable tariff policies damage small businesses and increase economic uncertainty.
- This unpredictability undermines consumer confidence and business planning at all levels.
FCC as a Censorship Tool
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr uses regulatory power as a weapon to suppress speech.
- His tactics, while partly symbolic, have real chilling effects on media and corporate behavior.
