Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : What Hath Trump Wrought?
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Mar 9, 2026 
Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, economist and global development expert, weighs in on the geopolitical and economic fallout of recent U.S. policies. He discusses risks of oil supply shocks and soaring prices. He examines how U.S. actions are seen by Moscow and warns about escalation from covert operations and targeted killings. He also reviews long-term consequences of U.S.-backed interventions in the Middle East.
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U.S. Israel Actions Risk Global Economic Catastrophe
- The U.S. and Israel together risk provoking a global economic and military catastrophe through aggressive, escalating actions.
- Jeffrey Sachs warns halted Middle Eastern oil production and soaring prices will trigger a worldwide economic disaster this year.
U.S. Officials Acting Like Global Oil Gatekeepers
- Trump and U.S. officials act as if they control global oil markets and can 'permit' other nations' oil purchases.
- Sachs cites Treasury comments about 'giving permission' to India as evidence of U.S. hegemonic mindset driving conflict.
Congress Must Reassert War Powers
- Congress must reclaim its constitutional war powers and conduct public debate on any military action.
- Sachs urges Article I responsibility to prevent presidents from taking the nation to war on a whim.