Jennifer Welch, Chief geo-economics editor at Bloomberg Economics, shares her expertise on the intricate US-China trade dynamics surrounding rare earths. Alex Grassino, Global chief economist at Manulife, discusses the uncertain economic landscape and investment strategies amid fluctuating tariffs. Julia Coronado, founder of MacroPolicy Perspectives, analyzes inflation and its impact on Federal Reserve policy while Brad Stone provides insights into the shifting political climate in California, highlighting the tension between national narratives and state realities.