Morning Wire Trump Predicts Arrest & Putin Visits Ukraine | 3.20.23
Mar 20, 2023
Former President Trump predicts his imminent arrest related to a New York investigation, sparking debates about the political ramifications. In France, protests erupt over President Macron's controversial pension reforms, as his approval rating takes a nosedive. Meanwhile, Putin pays a contentious visit to territories in Ukraine, raising eyebrows amidst ongoing war crime allegations. The podcast also discusses global tensions, including upcoming talks between China and Russia, and examines UBS's acquisition of Credit Suisse to stabilize banking.
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Trump's Expected Arrest
- Donald Trump claims he will be arrested Tuesday in Manhattan.
- This involves an investigation into hush money payments made to Stormy Daniels.
Unprecedented Case
- There's no precedent for arresting a major presidential candidate, especially a former president.
- Charging Trump sets a higher bar due to his status as a former president and current candidate.
French Pension Reform Protests
- French President Emmanuel Macron faces record disapproval after forcing pension reforms.
- The reforms raise the retirement age and eliminate special carve-outs for certain workers.