Trump's trade wars and how they help Ukraine

Trump's trade wars and how they help Ukraine

Author: Mark McNamee July 31, 2025 Duration: 37:42
How will Trump's trade wars impact the War in Ukraine? What does the trade deal between the US and Europe mean for Ukraine? What about US-China trade relations and potential US secondary sanctions? And what happens to the dollar and euro? To answer these questions, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Michael Strain, a globally renowned macroeconomics and trade expert at the American Enterprise Institute. Mike often writes in the Financial Times, New York Times, Washington Post, Bloomberg, and other media.  Dr. Michael Strain, Director of Economic Policy Studies and the Arthur F. Burns Scholar in Political Economy at the American Enterprise Institute. His research and writing span a wide range of areas, including labor markets, public finance, social policy, and macroeconomics. He holds a PhD in economics from Cornell University. Dr. Strain writes frequently for the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, the Financial Times, Bloomberg Opinion, and National Review, among other outlets. He is a columnist for Project Syndicate. Dr. Strain has testified before Congress and is a frequent guest on radio and television, regularly interviewed by CNBC, MSNBC, NPR, and others. Listen in to hear Mike's "cautiously optimistic" view of Trump's trade and security policies and how they will help Ukraine. Also be sure to catch his unconventional outlook for the end of the war! Please also see Mike's article earlier this year on why the US should support Ukraine: https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/u-s-support-for-ukraine-advances-americas-interests/  To learn more, visit: https://ubn.network/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/Mark-McNamee/

We are living through events that will define our century, and History in the Making: The War in Ukraine is an attempt to make sense of them as they unfold. Host Mark McNamee brings his deep knowledge of Eastern Europe to the fore, not just to recount headlines, but to untangle the complex historical, cultural, and political threads that led to this moment. This isn't a dry recitation of facts; it's a grounded exploration of how a conflict reshapes a nation's identity and the global order. Each episode moves between the sweeping strategic picture and the intimate, human stories of those living through the war, highlighting a profound resilience. You'll hear analysis that connects past empires to present-day battles, and conversations that reveal the personal cost and extraordinary fortitude within Ukraine. The goal of this podcast is to provide context and clarity, offering a nuanced perspective that goes beyond the news cycle. By focusing on the people, the history, and the on-the-ground reality, Mark creates a vital record of a world changing in real time. Tune in for a thoughtful, comprehensive guide to understanding not just what is happening, but why it matters for all of us.
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History in the Making: The War in Ukraine
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