Trump's tariffs hurt the US much more than China - Economist Michael Hudson explains

Donald Trump's tariffs are benefiting rich elites at the expense of the majority of the population, argues economist Michael Hudson. He explains how the US trade war on China is isolating the United States and encouraging countries to seek alternatives. Ben Norton hosts the interview.

Read Michael Hudson's report "Return of the robber barons – Trump’s distorted view of US tariff history": geopoliticaleconomy.com/2025/04/14/michael-hudson-robber-barons-trump-tariffs

https://youtu.be/jGsLDQQuzU0

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Got switched on to Ben Norton in the past few months. He’s with excellent analysis.

Yea same here. I been somewhat familiar with his for awhile, but recently heard some interview with him and liked what I heard