Jeanna Smialek

In this discussion, Peter Goodman, a global economy correspondent, Natalie Kitroeff, the Mexico City bureau chief, and Jeanna Smialek, the Brussels bureau chief, dissect the fallout from Trump’s sweeping tariffs. They analyze how these tariffs are reshaping international trade and the reactions from global markets, particularly the significant shifts in supply chains toward Southeast Asia. The conversation highlights the widening rifts between allies, the potential domestic job market impacts, and the geopolitical tensions that could ensue.

In this discussion, Jeanna Smialek, the Brussels bureau chief for The New York Times, tackles the ramifications of a recent federal court ruling against President Trump’s tariffs. Victor Schwartz, a small wine importer and lead plaintiff in the lawsuit, shares his daring decision to stand against the trade war. They explore the legal journey that challenges the president's authority and its implications for U.S. trade relations. Together, they navigate the complexities of tariffs and the future of international trade.

Jeanna Smialek, the Brussels bureau chief for The New York Times, dives into the recent trade deal between the U.S. and the EU. She reveals why Europe conceded to President Trump’s demands, generating significant backlash. The discussion highlights the EU’s diminishing power in negotiations and the fear that drove their compliance. Smialek also explores the implications of these tariffs for European industries and the unsettling effects of this arrangement on future trade relations and broader geopolitical issues.