Tariffs Shocker Meets State of the Union Politics

Tariffs Shocker Meets State of the Union Politics

Author: WNYC Studios February 23, 2026 Duration: 21:25
Trump's State of the Union address is tomorrow, and with the midterm elections this November, his administration's priorities will be important for the GOP's congressional strategy.

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