Trump tricked by Mexico and Canada, migrants released back into US

The David Pakman Show - February 4, 2025

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Trump SLAPPED DOWN by Mexican President, claims victory

Donald Trump created a trade crisis with Mexico, then backtracked and spun it as a victory. He threatened tariffs but paused them after Mexico warned of economic harm, claiming credit for a troop deployment that was largely symbolic. In reality, Mexico already had 15,000 troops at the border since 2019. This highlights Trump’s pattern of prioritizing optics over real solutions.

Disoriented Trump confused in Oval Office, reporters terrified

Trump continues holding press events where he appears confused while signing executive orders and answering questions. When asked about Canadian tariffs, he floated the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state, but ultimately paused the tariffs after Trudeau simply reiterated previous commitments. He also made false claims about fentanyl deaths and left open the possibility of Israel annexing the West Bank.

From yesterday’s show:

Trump ADMITS his tariffs will CRUSH everyday Americans

Donald Trump promised to push forward with tariffs, fully aware that they would cause economic pain for Americans. Despite his campaign promises to lower costs quickly for working families, he now says people must endure short-term hardship for the greater good. Meanwhile, economists and everyday consumers are worried about the tariffs raising prices and causing economic slowdowns.

From yesterday’s show:

OH NO: Canada targeting RED STATES over Trump tariffs

Trump’s tariffs on Canadian imports sparked major economic and political consequences, leading to a tense trade standoff. In response, British Columbia targeted red-state industries by banning liquor imports, pressuring Trump’s voter base rather than the entire U.S. economy. The situation has since de-escalated, but Canada has already taken steps to diversify its trade and reduce reliance on the U.S. market.

More on the show:

-- Donald Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Canada after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tricks Trump with promises to do things that are already happening

-- China retaliates against the United States with new tariffs that will hurt businesses and consumers

-- The United States is under attack from the harebrained schemes of Elon Musk and Donald Trump

-- Despite claiming to be against socialism, Donald Trump announces a Saudi-style sovereign wealth fund which might buy TikTok

-- Migrants arrested during recent immigration raids are reportedly being re-released back into the United States

-- On the Bonus Show: Updates on David's book, his travel, conversations with British people about the state of politics in the United States, the bird flu crisis enters a new phase, much more...

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