Swamp Notes: How protectionism got trendy

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On Thursday, two candidates for US president will debate each other. They are both protectionists. This is a huge change in US economic policy, and one that may have massive consequences in the decades to come. Today on the show, Robert Armstrong talks with the FT’s chief econ ...

On the campaign trail, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are constantly talking about trade, tariffs and domestic manufacturing.

In many ways, these talking points stem from a single trade deal that transformed the U.S. economy and remade both parties’ relationship with the ...

Scott and Jessica break down the chaos surrounding Trump’s economic and immigration agendas. First, they dive into Trump’s trade war U-turn: after rattling global markets, he’s hit pause on his “reciprocal” tariff strategy—everywhere but China. They unpack what this 90-day freeze ...  Show more

First: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are both in crucial swing states today, laying out dueling visions for the economy. Not surprising, as polls overwhelmingly show it's the most important issue for voters.  Plus: A new bipartisan reveals shocking security lapses the day the fo ...  Show more