Meet the Press March 9 – Sec. Howard Lutnick and Sen. Elissa Slotkin
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Mar 9, 2025 
Howard Lutnick, Commerce Secretary, passionately defends President Trump’s trade policies, emphasizing the delay of tariffs and its implications for the economy. Meanwhile, Senator Elissa Slotkin shares her perspective on the Democratic response, addressing intraparty divisions and the fallout from tariff decisions on manufacturing in Michigan. The conversation also touches on the critical balance between economic growth and governance, highlighting how tariffs influence both market stability and political dynamics.
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Tariff Turmoil and Fentanyl
- Howard Lutnick discussed President Trump's tariff strategy, emphasizing its connection to fentanyl.
- He highlighted Trump's deal-making abilities in closing the border and getting neighbors to address fentanyl.
Tariff Strategy and USMCA
- Lutnick explained the tariff strategy involves the USMCA deal with Canada and Mexico.
- Products within the deal remain tariff-free, while those outside face a 25% tariff.
Tariffs and Michigan's Economy
- Senator Slotkin discussed tariffs, acknowledging they can be a useful tool.
- She criticized President Trump's inconsistent approach and its impact on Michigan's manufacturing and farming.