The Jimmy Dore Show

Trump CAPITULATES To Wall Street & Backtracks On Tariffs!

Apr 11, 2025
Trump's surprise 90-day tariff pause raises eyebrows as he claims credit for a soaring stock market. Was he playing chess or simply responding to Wall Street's jitters? Discussions dive into the implications of tariffs on the economy and the bond market's reactions. The conversation shifts to a leaked AIPAC audio revealing the group's influence, alongside Israel's role in U.S. interests. Finally, the podcast critiques the contradiction in Trump's hefty military budget against his anti-war rhetoric, questioning the rationale behind such spending.
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INSIGHT

The Left's Contradictory Stance on Tariffs

  • The left has historically criticized policies favoring Wall Street over Main Street.
  • They now seem to contradict themselves by opposing Trump's tariffs aimed at helping Main Street.
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Democrats Lack of Alternative Plans

  • Democrats lack alternative plans for revitalizing the U.S. manufacturing base.
  • They criticize Trump's tariffs but offer no viable solutions of their own.
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Tariffs on China

  • Trump likely kept tariffs on China due to U.S. reliance on Chinese manufacturing.
  • He aims to address this dependency while also maintaining a strong appearance.
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