Trump hits Canada with import bans; Republican midterm convention set to open in Dallas
Summary
This episode covers the escalating US-Canada trade war, with Trump banning imports of Canadian dairy, motorcycles, and alcohol in retaliation for new tariffs. It also details Iran’s missile and drone attacks on US vessels and Jordan, alongside Britain’s ban on goods from West Bank settlements, which Israel is retaliating against by barring UK officials. The segment includes New Hampshire primary results for key Senate and governor races, the launch of the first-ever Republican midterm convention in Dallas, and the announcement that Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch will retire amid ongoing…
Topics discussed
Intro: Trump vs Canada, UK vs Israel, GOP Midterms
US bans Canadian goods in trade war escalation
Iran retaliates with missile strikes on US vessels
UK bans imports from West Bank settlements
New Hampshire primary results for Senate and Governor
First-ever Republican midterm convention in Dallas
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch to retire
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