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Mapping the World Season 37, Episode 9: United States: The Economy According to Trump
In February 2026, the justices of the US Supreme Court ruled: a president cannot unilaterally impose tariffs. This challenged one of Donald Trump's favorite weapons: increasing import taxes. It provides an opportunity to review the economy according to Trump, particularly in Minneapolis, whose local economy is affected by the climate of fear surrounding ICE. Watch Mapping the World Season 37, Episode 9 United States: The Economy According to Trump in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Mapping the World Season 37, Episode 9 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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