In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nicholas Giordano sits down with bestselling author and investigative journalist Lee Smith to discuss his new book, The China Matrix. From Donald Trump's pro-Israel stance and the complexities of the Gaza conflict, to the transformational impact of the Abraham Accords, this conversation connects Middle East dynamics to the global challenge of China's rise. Smith exposes how U.S. elites empowered Beijing through trade and propaganda, the dangers of Chinese influence on American markets, and why the Chinese Communist Party's zero-sum worldview threatens U.S. national security. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the greatest geopolitical struggle of our time.

Episode Highlights

• Trump's historic pro-Israel stance, the Gaza conflict, and the Abraham Accords reshaping the Middle East.
• How China's WTO membership, trade deficits, and propaganda fueled its rise as America's top competitor.
• The urgent need to counter the CCP's zero-sum strategy and the role of influencers in shaping public opinion.

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Chapters

• 00:52 Introduction to the China Matrix
• 01:39 Trump's Pro-Israel Stance and the Gaza Conflict
• 06:46 Transforming the Middle East: The Abraham Accords
• 09:38 China's Rise as a Global Power
• 14:12 China's WTO Membership and Trade Practices
• 18:58 The Influence of Chinese Propaganda
• 22:21 Countering China's Growing Influence
• 25:22 The Role of Influencers and Corporate Interests
• 30:05 Trump's Hardline Approach to China

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