The Documentary Podcast
The Documentary Podcast
BBC World Service
The Invisible Hand of Donald Trump
27 minutes Posted Nov 9, 2017 at 3:16 am.
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Donald Trump’s surprise elevation to the office of president last November stunned the world and electrified the financial markets. Promises to cut red tape, bring huge infrastructure projects to life, and sort out the byzantine American tax system propelled Wall Street to record highs. He has vowed to build a wall, bring jobs home and tear up trade treaties. Will these promises still be delivered? If they are, what might follow?