Talking Trade with William A. Reinsch

Trade has been a major issue for the Trump administration, and Anita recently spoke with William A Reinsch, a senior advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, on all aspects of this topic. They discuss what Americans really think about trade, tariffs and why they might be around to stay, why some of our trading partners are getting extensions, and the need to work with our allies to become less dependent on China.Another major story in the headlines is the Russia-Ukraine war, particularly Trump’s meeting with both leaders. Ryan and Anita discuss the outcome of these meetings, their unusual nature, and the chances of peace.We also explore potential U.S. military strikes into Latin America to go after cartels and the current situation in Iran.Topics Discussed in this Episode06:00 - Russia-Ukraine War Peace Efforts20:00 - US Planning Strikes on Latin American Drug Cartels?44:00 - Iran after the 12-day War: Still a Threat?53:00 - Interview with CSIS’s William A. Reinsch on Trump’s Trade policiesArticles and Resources Mentioned in EpisodeRussia-Ukraine Peace EffortsPutin’s “land swap” is really a grab for Ukraine’s fortress belt (The Economist)The Pernicious Spectacle of Trump’s Russia-Ukraine Diplomacy (Foreign Affairs)Security “guarantees” for Ukraine are dangerously hazy (The Economist)US Planning Strikes on Latin American Drug Cartels?How US military action against drug cartels in Mexico could unfold (The Atlantic Council)Five Reasons Why Trump’s Anti-Cartel Military Plan Will Fail (WOLA)Iran after the 12-day War: Still a Threat?Iran’s Dangerous Desperation (Foreign Affairs)As the Houthis sink two ships in one week, the world shrugs (The Economist)Interview with CSIS’s William A. Reinsch on Trump’s Trade policiesCenter for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)The Future of Global Trade- Without America (YouTube-Washington Monthly)Send us Fan MailFollow UsShow Website: www.kelloggsglobalpolitics.comShow Twitter: @GlobalKelloggAnita’s Twitter: @arkelloggShow YouTube