Gifts given to U.S. presidents have long been subject to strict rules, with past leaders unable to keep exotic animals like lions or valuable horses due to legal and ethical concerns. Yet, you might wonder how President Trump plans to accept a luxury $400 million Boeing 747 jet from Qatar, despite constitutional emoluments clauses and […]
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13
May
May
As you consider the recent developments in the US-China trade war, you’ll notice that tariffs have been slashed from suffocatingly high levels, potentially avoiding a self-inflicted recession. You should be aware that while this breakthrough is a positive step, recession risks remain and uncertainty is still high, making it important to stay informed about the […]
13
May
May
As you observe the current state of American politics, you may notice striking similarities between Donald Trump’s actions and those of China’s former leader, Mao Zedong. With Trump’s disruption of institutions and attacks on intellectual elites, some in China are drawing alarming parallels between the two leaders, warning of a potential American-style Cultural Revolution. You […]
08
May
May
As you await the latest trade news, you should know that President Trump is set to announce a major trade deal with the UK, which could bring relief from historically high tariffs that have threatened the US and global economies. You will want to watch for details on how this deal may exempt the US […]
08
Apr
Apr
Refusal to Compromise One of the defining characteristics of President Trump’s approach to trade has been his refusal to compromise. He seems unwavering in his belief that the United States is a victim of unfair practices by other countries, particularly in his trade war with China. His threats to increase tariffs on imports to over […]
Markets, News
Live updates: Trump news, China tariff war escalates, Supreme Court backs deportations
08
Apr
Apr
President Trump’s Tariff Threats Threats from President Trump loom large, as he has signaled plans to impose an additional 50% tariff on China if the country fails to remove its retaliatory duties. With growing fears of a global recession, Trump remains steadfast in his approach, stating he is not considering a pause in enforcing these […]
News
Trump seems to think America needs a recession. Some people are still recovering from the last one
22
Mar
Mar
A recession may seem to you just another stage in the cycle of the economy, but it can have deep, even permanent, consequences for people and communities. As President Donald Trump suggests the need to sacrifice some of the economy’s gains in exchange for fighting the coronavirus, it’s worth remembering just what a toll the last recession [...]