Mary Anastasia O'Grady

Mary Anastasia O'Grady and Alicia Finley, both Wall Street Journal columnists, dive into Trump’s newly announced tariffs on Japan and South Korea. They analyze the potential economic fallout and uncertainty these tariffs bring. The discussion explores whether Trump aims for actual trade deals or is more focused on boosting revenue from trade deficits. They also critique the broader implications on U.S. businesses and delve into the complexities of global supply chains, questioning the effectiveness of these tariff strategies.

Mene Ukwe Barua, an editorial board member at The Wall Street Journal, and Mary Anastasia O'Grady, a columnist at the same outlet, dive into the heated NYC mayoral race featuring Zohran Mamdani, a socialist advocating for rent freezes and government grocery stores, versus former Governor Andrew Cuomo. They discuss the tension between progressive reforms and traditional Democratic practices, the effects of ranked-choice voting, and the ongoing impact of Cuomo's scandals on his campaign as he seeks redemption amid a backdrop of mixed voter reactions.