In this episode of Money & Markets, Catherine and John delve into the chaotic landscape of the ‘Quicksand Presidency.’ They discuss Trump’s tumultuous handling of interest rates, the Federal Reserve, and his scapegoating of Jerome Powell for economic troubles. They scrutinize insider trading allegations involving Trump’s sons and the volatile firings within the Department of Defense, highlighting the recurrent theme of internal dissent and messy optics in Trump’s administration. They also cover geopolitical tensions, specifically around Ukraine and Iran, and how policy decisions are being made with less regard for effective governance and more for political theater.

They also discuss the tragic ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine and their far-reaching implications, painting a picture of an administration fraught with challenges both at home and abroad.