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Apr 2025
41m 36s

Trump Backing Down on Trade War?

CNN
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First: Investors think President Trump may be backing down on his trade war with China. So does Beijing. You won't believe what's trending on Chinese social media today.  Plus: How much longer will the GOP stand by embattled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth? Dana speaks with the top Republican on the Senate armed services committee.  And: Robert Kennedy Jr. ... Show More
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