Gordon Chang, author of 'Plan Red', and Jeff Smith, director at the Heritage Foundation, delve into the escalating U.S.-China trade tensions, focusing on China's economic struggles and the implications of potential tariff negotiations. They discuss China's increasingly assertive stance, its alliance with Russia, and how these factors shape global dynamics. Additionally, the conversation turns to the volatile situation between India and Pakistan, examining the escalating military tensions and the historical context of the Kashmir dispute, raising concerns over regional stability.