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April 10, 2025: GOP's Internal Struggle for the Budget and Rolling Back Tariffs

Join us as we break down the latest infighting among House Republicans over the reconciliation bill tied to the Senate's budget proposal. We analyze the internal clashes, House Speaker Mike Johnson's talk with reporters afterwards, what’s at stake politically, and why Republicans may need to settle their disputes behind closed doors before heading to a vote. Next, we turn to the world stage, where President Trump has announced a pause on several tariffs targeting the European Union—and in response, the EU is suspending its retaliatory tariffs as well. We explore what this means for the stock market as Tariffs on China remain. Finally, on This Day in History, we look back at the rise—and dramatic fall—of Maximilian of Austria, who was proclaimed Emperor of Mexico in 1864. A European monarch in the Americas? It didn’t end well. 🎙 For more episodes and exclusive content, visit regulatorproductions.com [http://regulatorproductions.com]

April 9, 2025: Tariffs

Join us as we dive into the escalating tariff showdown between the U.S. and China. We break down President Trump’s latest round of reciprocal tariffs and China’s response with increased duties of their own. We analyze what this means for American businesses and consumers, and why staying the course on tariffs may be essential to long-term economic strength and leverage in global trade. Visit regulatorproductions.com [http://regulatorproductions.com] for more.

March 21, 2025: Interest Rates, EU Tariffs, GOP Discord on Combatant Commands

Join us as we break down the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady while signaling two rate cuts by the end of the year. We analyze the impact of tariffs on inflation and interest rates, as well as the EU’s decision to delay retaliatory tariffs—a move that could reshape global trade dynamics. Next, we turn to Capitol Hill, where the GOP chairs of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees have fired a warning shot at Donald Trump and the Pentagon over proposals to consolidate combatant commands and reduce U.S. leadership in NATO. For the first time, key Republicans are openly challenging Trump on defense policy. We discuss what this means for America’s global military presence and whether it’s time for the U.S. to step back from being the world’s police—not just in Europe but also in Japan and beyond. Finally, on "This Day in History," we look back at March 21, 1952, when DJ Alan Freed hosted the first-ever rock and roll concert—the Moondog Coronation Ball—an event that changed music history forever. 🎙regulatorproductions.com [http://regulatorproductions.com]

March 20, 2025: The Final Bell: Trump Rings in the End of the DOE

Join us as we dive into President Trump’s anticipated executive order to shut down the Department of Education. We break down the legal hurdles, what steps Congress would need to take, and how this could reshape education across the country. Plus, we take a historical look at why the Department of Education was created, why it seemed like a good idea at the time, and why it has failed to halt the decline in U.S. academic performance. Next, we analyze the Trump administration’s decision to freeze federal funding for the University of Pennsylvania over its transgender athlete policies—drawing parallels to his previous funding freeze on Columbia University in response to anti-Semitic campus protests. We explore how Trump is leveraging federal funds to pressure universities into compliance. Finally, on This Day in History, we look back at the founding of the Dutch East India Company (VOC)—the world’s first publicly traded corporation. We examine its rise to power, its influence on global trade, and how it set the stage for modern capitalism. 🎙 regulatorproductions.com [http://regulatorproductions.com]

March 19, 2025: Diplomacy and Due Diligence: Trump's Ceasefire Call and SSA's Fraud Fight

Join us as we break down President Trump’s phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on ending the war in Ukraine. We analyze the key takeaways, including discussions on an immediate ceasefire targeting energy infrastructure, and examine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s reaction to the call. Next, we cover big changes coming to Social Security as the administration moves to crack down on fraud, waste, and abuse. New rules will require applicants and those updating direct deposit information to verify their identity in person or use two-factor authentication online. We explore how this could prevent fraud while also assessing the potential impact on seniors and access to benefits. We then shift gears to the economy as egg prices drop, highlighting how consumer demand plays a major role in market pricing—even for everyday staples. We also cover a major document release from the Trump administration—over 63,000 newly declassified pages on the JFK assassination. Finally, on "This Day in History," we look back at the United States formally adopting Daylight Saving Time for the first time during World War I—a move designed to conserve energy that still sparks debate today. 🎙 regulatorproductions.com [http://regulatorproductions.com]