Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Apr 9 2025

China Trade War Buck Sexton's impending fatherhood and the excitement surrounding the potential birth date. The conversation transitions to a detailed analysis of the ongoing trade wars, particularly focusing on the escalating tensions between the United States and China. Clay Travis discusses the impact of increased tariffs and the strategic leverage the U.S. holds due to China's export-dependent economy. Buck Sexton adds insights into the broader implications of these trade conflicts, including intellectual property theft and the geopolitical strategies at play. The hosts also highlight comments from notable figures such as Victor Davis Hanson and Kevin O'Leary (aka Mr. Wonderful) who advocate for aggressive tariff policies against China. They explore the rationale behind tariffs and question why many countries, including China, maintain high tariffs if they are supposedly detrimental to economic growth. This segment underscores the complexity of global trade dynamics and the necessity for the U.S. to recalibrate its trade policies. Trump Tariff Pause and Julie Kelly on Rouge Judges President Trump to pause tariffs on most countries while increasing tariffs on China, interpreting this move as a strategic effort to isolate China and strengthen the U.S. negotiating position. Investigative journalist Julie Julie on judicial warfare. Dr. Art Laffer A detailed discussion with renowned economist Dr. Art Laffer. They explore the complexities of the current trade wars, focusing on the strategic use of tariffs by the Trump administration. Dr. Laffer emphasizes the importance of negotiating free trade deals and explains how the U.S. aims to reduce protectionist barriers imposed by other countries. He argues that trade deficits can be beneficial, as they attract foreign investment into the U.S. economy. The conversation delves into the economic relationship between the U.S. and China, with Dr. Laffer advocating for the inclusion of China in free trade agreements despite its current protectionist policies. He highlights the potential long-term benefits of integrating China into the global free trade system. The discussion also touches on the economic policies of various U.S. states, with Dr. Laffer criticizing high-tax states for driving away manufacturing jobs and praising low-tax states like Tennessee for their economic success. Clay and Buck analyze Dr. Laffer's segment and give their points of view. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck

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