The Monocle Daily Trump’s first 100 days and Mark Carney’s election victory
Apr 29, 2025
Tina Fordham, a geopolitical strategist and founder of Fordham Global Foresight, teams up with John Everard, a former British ambassador to Belarus, Uruguay, and North Korea. They dive into Donald Trump's tumultuous first 100 days of his return to the presidency, unpacking his political strategies and the implications for international relations, particularly with North Korea and Russia. The discussion also turns to Mark Carney's election victory in Canada and its potential impact on Canadian-U.S. relations amidst a shifting global landscape.
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Tina Fordham's Castle Visit
- Tina Fordham visited Arendelle Castle with her son during Easter holidays to explore history.
- The castle still houses an aristocratic Catholic family and contains original furnishings and libraries.
Trump's Base Resilience and Market Anxiety
- Trump's support remains firm within his base despite low overall approval ratings.
- Market anxiety may serve as a more significant check on Trump than political opposition.
Theatrics Cause Policy Confusion
- Trump's policy confusion stems from his theatrical announcements rather than the underlying conservative agenda.
- Tariffs announced abruptly cause market confusion and damage despite a planned program.