Tuesday Briefing
Briefly

President Trump recently asserted he was serious about the possibility of a third term in office, despite the constitutional prohibition. Top Republicans swiftly dismissed any talk of amending the Constitution. Analysts suggest his statements serve to redirect attention from ongoing controversies and maintain his prominence within the party, potentially keeping opponents at bay. Concurrently, fears regarding Trump's new tariffs sent world markets into a tailspin. While the administration claims tariffs may raise significant revenue, experts warn this contradicts efforts to enhance domestic manufacturing.
Barring constitutional changes, President Trump cannot run for a third term. However, his talk about it serves to distract from controversies and prevent potential successors.
Trump's strategy seems designed to keep people guessing and to antagonize the left. He draws attention away from his controversies by floating the idea of a third term.
World markets tumbled as investors prepared for new Trump tariffs, with his promises to overhaul the global trading system causing uncertainty among trading partners.
Mixed messages from the White House suggest tariffs could raise revenue, but this conflicts with the administration's objective of bringing manufacturing back to the U.S.
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