April 23, 2025
What is President Trump’s Economic Plan?
Global financial markets plunged as investors braced themselves for a shock to the flow of international trade. Faced with prolonged market turmoil, within days the US President paused most of his plans. A to-and-fro between Washington and Beijing has left many world leaders confused who to side with, as many look towards the White House wondering if there is a detailed plan at the heart of these unprecedented few weeks. Emily Kilcrease, senior fellow and director of the energy, economics and security program at the Center for a New American Security joins as contributor.
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