Ep 34. 09/02/2018
- September 2, 2018
On this episode of Fareed Zakaria GPS Special, the focus is on the reactions to the recent events in the United States. The host, Fareed Zakaria, will be discussing topics such as the political implications of the anonymous op-ed in The New York Times, the confirmation hearings of Judge Brett Kavanaugh for the Supreme Court, and the ongoing debate over trade tariffs between the U.S. and several other countries.
The op-ed, written by a senior administration official who remains anonymous, caused a major stir in the political world with its claims of a secret resistance within the Trump administration working to thwart the president's worst instincts. Zakaria will delve into the implications of this op-ed for the Trump administration and the 2020 presidential election.
The confirmation hearings of Judge Brett Kavanaugh will also be discussed, with Zakaria examining the potential consequences of his appointment to the Supreme Court. Kavanaugh's stance on issues such as abortion rights and presidential power have raised concerns among Democrats and progressives, and Zakaria will explore what his appointment could mean for the balance of power in the highest court in the land.
Finally, Zakaria will look at the ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and its trade partners, focusing on the implications of the tariffs and counter-tariffs being implemented by various countries. With the U.S. imposing tariffs on everything from steel to washing machines, and other countries responding in kind, the global trading system is in a state of flux. Zakaria will examine what this could mean for the U.S. economy and for the rest of the world.
Throughout the show, Zakaria will draw on the expertise of a range of guests, including political analysts, economists, and trade experts, to provide a comprehensive analysis of the current state of affairs in the United States. With his trademark insightful and incisive style, Zakaria is sure to provide a thought-provoking and informative hour of television that will leave viewers with a deeper understanding of the issues facing the country and the world today.
