Navigating Consumer Worries and Budget Battles Under the New Administration

This week on the Macrocast, John Dick from CivicScience joins the team to discuss the factors driving a decline in consumer sentiment. From economic uncertainty and tariff concerns to even egg prices, they unpack the anxieties facing Americans. After an all-night ‘Vote-a-Rama’ in the Senate, they also explore the budget resolution process and the challenges facing both parties. The episode closes with a look at Walmart's earnings and the Fed’s outlook as the Trump administration moves forward with its agenda.