President Trump’s deportations, tariffs, federal layoffs and funding suspensions have generated nonstop headlines and frayed confidence, yet left surprisingly little trace on the economy. Hiring, spending and inflation look a lot like they did under Joe Biden. As Trump’s first 100 days draw to a close, Kate Linebaugh and Molly Ball explore the state of the U.S. economy with Chief Economics Commentator Greg Ip and try to understand what might be coming next. 

Further Listening:

- Taking Stock of the ‘Sell America’ Trade 

- Inside the Harvard vs. Trump Battle 

- How Frog Embyros Landed a Scientist in ICE Detention 

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