Why Trump’s tariffs are necessary

(I recorded this video on Tues April 8th, 2025)

Donald Trump has rattled the financial markets with his wide sweeping tariffs across the world and his escalating trade war with China.

Many in the media have been critical of Trump’s leadership after seeing how badly the stock market has been responding to his tariffs, but as a former Wall Street trader and quant, I’d like to give an alternative perspective.

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Intro: 0:00
Covid exposed US vulnerability: 2:34
Why are tariffs necessary: 4:51
Stock Market reaction to tariffs: 8:50