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What Gets Ignored By the Partisans, Plus Sen. Ted Cruz on Two Different Tariff Paths Ahead for Trump

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Apr 29, 2025
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Pete Hegseth's Uncertain Pentagon Future

  • Pete Hegseth's defense secretary role is uncertain despite public MAGA support.
  • Behind the scenes, senior officials plan for his possible removal following mistakes.
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Two Tariff Paths Explained

  • Two tariff paths exist: short-term leverage vs. permanent high tariffs.
  • Senator Ted Cruz urges Trump to pursue the first path to avoid economic harm.
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Cruz on Spending and Economy

  • Significant spending cuts are needed to reverse excessive pandemic-era federal spending.
  • Cruz focuses on spectrum expansion, school choice, and reducing overregulation to boost jobs.
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