• 29:27 - 32:46
Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures
Tariffs, Trade Wars and American Manufacturing
Joe Atwell discusses the economic implications of Donald Trump's tariff policies, noting that the U.S. has lacked reciprocal trade protections since World War II. While he supports the theory of tariffs to protect American jobs, he warns that a sudden 100% tariff on Chinese goods or Taiwanese computer chips could cause a depression. He views Trump’s aggressive public stance as a negotiation tactic to secure smaller concessions.