The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2423 - 5 Reasons Why Trump Holds All The Cards On China
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May 11, 2026 
Keith Sonderling, Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor, discusses recent strong private-sector job gains and workforce trends. He talks about how AI is reshaping training and employment. Short conversations cover economic sentiment, gas price effects, and policy steps to bring industry and jobs back to American workers.
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Trump's Foreign Moves Aim To Weaken China
- Shapiro frames much of Trump's foreign policy (Venezuela, Iran, Japan) as moves to squeeze China economically and strategically.
- He notes cutting Chinese oil access via Venezuelan and Iranian supply disruptions as deliberate leverage.
Belt And Road Influence Has Eroded
- Shapiro notes Belt and Road is collapsing as partner countries withdraw and Chinese overseas financing plunges from $80B to about $5B.
- He highlights Panama and African financing declines as evidence of waning global influence.
Do Not Cede AI Leadership Through Overbroad Bans
- Shapiro advises against U.S. political moves that slow AI development, warning regulation that shuts down AI cedes advantage to China.
- He distinguishes responsible regulation from bans and criticizes politicians who call to shut down AI centers.