Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast Rick Wilson & Lydia Polgreen
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Dec 15, 2025 
Political strategist Rick Wilson shares sharp insights on Trump’s economic delusions and the pitfalls of his policies, especially regarding trade and AI investments. He warns about the detrimental effects of unregulated sports gambling and examines GOP infighting, highlighting Marjorie Taylor Greene's tactics. Meanwhile, New York Times columnist Lydia Polgreen tackles U.S. immigration policy, arguing that attracting skilled immigrants is vital for economic growth. She discusses the consequences of restrictive policies and the importance of immigrant-origin voters in elections.
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Spectacle Over Economic Policy
- Rick Wilson argues Trump's focus on spectacle (balls, arcs) shows he can't address core economic pain points like inflation and costs.
- Wilson says this reveals a leader fixated on legacy rather than practical solutions.
Chip Sales Undermine Trade Strategy
- Rick Wilson says selling advanced NVIDIA chips to China hands a competitive advantage to China and reveals failing trade strategy.
- He warns the decision looks like short-term payoffs to allies or corrupt insiders, not sound national strategy.
AI Bubble Poses Near-Term Economic Risk
- Rick Wilson warns an AI market bubble tied to huge deals (OpenAI, Oracle) could destabilize markets by 2027.
- He links that financial risk to limited options for political leaders to manage an economic crash.
