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The stock market experiences a dramatic surge after a tariff pause, igniting accusations of market manipulation from Democrats. Meanwhile, tensions around trade policies with China intensify as negotiation prospects rise. A pivotal moment occurs when Governor Tim Walz faces boos from veterans over allegations of stolen valor, prompting discussions on ethics and accountability in leadership. The episode dives into the broader implications of trade strategies on American jobs and the weight of wealth among public figures.

Victor Davis Hanson, a classicist and military historian, dissects the current economic turmoil related to Trump's tariff strategy. He argues that Wall Street's decline is rooted in panic rather than facts, citing a significant market growth during Trump's first term. Hanson highlights the impact of media hysteria on public perception and the economic reality of wealth disparity. He emphasizes the need for balanced trade agreements and challenges the narrative that Trump's policies are detrimental to the economy.

Tensions are soaring as the U.S. sets a staggering 104% tariff on Chinese imports, marking a fierce escalation in the trade war. The Supreme Court backs the Trump administration again, stirring debate. Meanwhile, Democrats conduct a controversial shadow hearing criticizing immigration policies and federal rehires. As midterm elections approach, frustrations rise over accountability and the balance of power in government. Key discussions revolve around strategic diplomatic moves and the potential impact on both economies.

What does an agenda designed to hurt the United States look like? Look no further than the past four years under the Biden-Harris administration, argues Victor Davis Hanson on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” “ If you really wanted to, in civilizational terms, destroy the United States, the first thing I would do if I was an enemy of the United States was I would destroy the borders. “If you also wanted to hurt the United States, you know what I would do if I had nefarious intent? I would keep printing money. And I would call that, in fact, ‘Build Back Better.’”  “ The third thing that I would do, and I think it's besides debt and borders and fuel. I would sow disunity. And I would say that the content of our character is not as important as the color of our skin.”If you can’t get enough of Victor Davis Hanson from The Daily Signal, subscribe to his official YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@victordavishanson7273 He’s also the host of “The Victor Davis Hanson Show,” available wherever you prefer to watch or listen. Links to the show and exclusive content are available on his website: https://victorhanson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With over 3 million followers between his Instagram shorts videos and his “Making the Argument” podcast, state Del. Nick Freitas is among the most well-known member of Virginia’s government. But on March 27, he shocked the commonwealth by announcing that he was not going to seek reelection. The Daily Signal asked him what went into that decision and what's next for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: Trump signals possible strategy switch on tariffs while taking questions during a visit with Israel’s prime minister. The Supreme Court delivers a MAJOR ruling in favor of the Trump administration. A bill in Colorado would make it “child abuse” for parents not to affirm their child’s “transition.” Keep Up With The Daily SignalSign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email   Subscribe to our other shows: The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-tony-kinnett-cast Problematic Women: https://www.dailysignal.com/problematic-women The Signal Sitdown: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-signal-sitdown  Follow The Daily Signal: X: https://x.com/DailySignal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/ Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DailySignal Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheDailySignal  Thanks for making The Daily Signal Podcast your trusted source for the day’s top news. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Hanson highlights the silence of the Left when it comes to proposing good economic policy.“We haven’t had balanced trade for 50 years. No one is giving any alternatives. No one is talking, in any way, that they have an antithetical and better plan than Donald Trump. “The success or failure of Donald Trump will hinge on the status of the economy."If you can’t get enough of Victor Davis Hanson from The Daily Signal, subscribe to his official YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@victordavishanson7273 He’s also the host of “The Victor Davis Hanson Show,” available wherever you prefer to watch or listen. Links to the show and exclusive content are available on his website: https://victorhanson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: World leaders rush to speak with President Trump as oil prices plummet, forecasting a rough Monday market. Trump’s administration hits the Sunday shows to defend his tariff policies. For the first time in history, two men are facing each other in a women's championship. Keep Up With The Daily SignalSign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email   Subscribe to our other shows: The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-tony-kinnett-cast Problematic Women: https://www.dailysignal.com/problematic-women The Signal Sitdown: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-signal-sitdown  Follow The Daily Signal: X: https://x.com/DailySignal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/ Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DailySignal Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheDailySignal  Thanks for making The Daily Signal Podcast your trusted source for the day’s top news. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Sabin Howard, the master sculptor behind the breathtaking World War I Memorial in Washington D.C. In this Daily Signal interview, Howard shares his remarkable journey from a 19-year-old who had never drawn before to becoming the creator of a monumental 60-foot bronze sculpture featuring 38 figures. Howard reveals the challenges he faced creating this national monument—from battling bureaucracy and modernist opposition to sculpting through a global pandemic. He explains his vision for art that elevates the human spirit and unites Americans around their shared history. "It's a sculpture for We the People," says Howard, describing how he captured the energy of real veterans in his work. The memorial honors not just WWI soldiers but speaks to all who have served, creating a universal tribute to the human journey through conflict. Howard also discusses his next ambitious project—a monument celebrating American freedom for the nation's 250th birthday, and why he's moved from the East Coast to Utah to pursue this vision. Our interview explores the intersection of art, culture, and national identity, offering a glimpse into the mind of an artist determined to create work that brings communities together and restores pride in American history. Follow Sabin Howard: SabinHoward.comX/Twitter: @SabinHowardInstagram: @SabinHowardSculpture#WorldWarIMemorial #SabinHoward #WashingtonDC #AmericanSculptor #BronzeSculpture #VeteransMemorial #DailySignalThe Daily Signal cannot continue to tell stories, like this one, without the support of our viewers: https://secured.dailysignal.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don Devine is proud that The Washington Post once attacked him as President Ronald Reagan's "terrible swift sword of the civil service," but even he is blown away by the muscular reforms of the Trump administration. That doesn't stop him from giving advice on how to slay the deep state leviathan, however. Devine, who served as the second director of the Office of Personnel Management under Reagan from 1981 to 1985, warned that public-sector unions will always oppose efforts to bring the administrative state to heel, so any conservative will have to take on these issues with steely resolve. "They're going to be fighting you no matter what you do," Devine told The Daily Signal. "The unions in the government, which shouldn't even be there ... The unions, that's their job, all right? If you do anything, they're going to go to the courts after you." "So, what's the answer? You got to do it anyway, you got to fight them," he explained. Public-sector unions, who represent federal government employees, have filed multiple lawsuits to block Trump's reforms on everything from DOGE getting access to federal data to the firing of probationary employees to the removal of collective bargaining privileges. Trump has just the stomach to face this threat, however, Devine said. Tune in to find out what happens next! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices