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Is a Trump recession coming?
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Is a Trump recession coming?

Massive tariffs. Mass deportations. A looming budget crisis. A politicized Fed.

Economist Rob Shapiro speaks with co-hosts Anne Kim and Garrett Epps about what's ahead for the economy as Donald Trump takes office. Chapters 00:00 The Biden Economy: A Strong Recovery 03:52 Trump's Tariff Plans and Their Implications 09:16 The Threat of Mass Deportations 16:12 Fiscal Policies and the Deficit 20:47 The Federal Reserve's Role and Challenges 24:33 Predictions for a Trump Recession 29:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts