Dr. John Kunkel, a Senior Economics Advisor at the United States Studies Centre, dives into the economic repercussions of Trump's policies on Australia. He discusses how Australia's relationship with the U.S. is evolving under these unpredictable strategies. The conversation touches on the complexities of tariffs, the need for increased defense spending, and navigating trade dynamics with both the U.S. and China. Kunkel emphasizes that while challenges exist, Australia is strategically positioned to benefit from U.S. growth, despite the tumultuous global landscape.