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LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on: https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured In a flurry of Truth Social posts, Donald Trump threatened Apple with a 25% tariff and proposed a massive 50% tariff on the European Union, accusing both of hurting American industry. But is this about economic strategy—or just headlines? In this episode: Trump demands iPhones be made in the U.S.—or face a 25% tariff Why this isn’t about policy—it’s about publicity and approval ratings A look back at Foxconn’s failed “factory” turned wedding venue Trump’s proposed 50% EU tariff and the real story behind it How the markets immediately reacted—and why it matters The deeper concern: Are we normalizing economic authoritarianism? From negotiating bluster to regulatory overreach, this segment breaks down what’s really behind the tweets—and what it means for business and consumers alike. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com