Trump's Tariff Tantrum Triggers Global Economic Turmoil
On April 4, 2025, President Donald Trump doubled down on his 'Liberation Day' tariffs, imposing a universal 10% levy on all imports and higher 'reciprocal' tariffs on 57 countries. This reckless move, justified as a response to a 'national emergency' over trade deficits, sent global markets into a tailspin, erasing trillions in value and drawing comparisons to the UK's 2022 'moron premium' debacle. Critics argue that the tariffs were based on flawed calculations and have undermined international trade relations, leading to retaliatory measures from key trading partners.
Trump's War on the Professional Class Escalates
President Trump's administration continued its assault on the professional managerial class (PMC) by enacting policies aimed at dismantling the influence of knowledge workers, including lawyers, scientists, and educators. Under the guise of promoting 'government efficiency,' the administration defunded universities, purged civil service agencies, and dismantled diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) infrastructures. Critics liken this strategy to Maoist-style cultural purges, warning that it threatens the intellectual and administrative backbone of American society.
Trump's Anti-Union Crusade Gains Momentum
The Trump administration intensified its anti-union stance by eliminating collective bargaining rights for hundreds of thousands of federal workers and appointing anti-union figures to key positions. Inspired by Trump's actions, several states enacted laws prohibiting public sector collective bargaining, and companies began refusing union elections. Labor leaders warn that these measures could critically weaken the broader labor movement and erode worker protections.