Trump's New Tariffs, China Reacts To Tariff Ruling, State Of The Union Poll

The podcast examines the political and economic implications of President Trump's tariff policies, focusing on the legality of recent tariffs imposed after the Supreme Court struck down previous ones. It explores the domestic impact, noting how these policies complicate the midterm elections for Republicans, who must now vote on unpopular tariffs. Democrats are using the tariffs to highlight increased costs for consumers without corresponding benefits like job creation. The discussion includes China's reaction to the tariffs, with Chinese businesses adapting to uncertainty by diversifying manufacturing locations. The podcast further analyzes a new poll indicating that most Americans believe the State of the Union is not strong, with concerns about threats to democracy and the system of checks and balances.