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Firing Line
Kevin Hassett
Season 2025
Episode 9
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses President Trump’s plans for tariffs, tax cuts, and spending cuts in an interview taped before Trump’s re-election. He defends the Fed’s independence and denies Trump is a threat to democracy.
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Mike Lawler discusses the impact of Trump’s tax cut bill, developments in Gaza, and Medicaid.
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Jessica Riedl discusses the impact of Trump’s tariffs, trade deals and the cost of his tax cuts.
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Elissa Slotkin lays out her economic “war plan” for Democrats and discusses divisions in the party.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence assesses President Trump’s second term and strikes against Iran.
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José Andrés discusses his approach to humanitarian aid, his work in Ukraine and Gaza.
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Lisa Murkowski discusses the U.S. strikes against Iran and the Senate debate over Trump’s tax cuts.
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Jason Riley argues race-based college admissions policies failed Black students.
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Chris Hughes discusses his book, “Marketcrafters,” about policymakers and political goals.
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Peggy Noonan discusses Trump’s second term and the responsibilities of Republicans in Congress.
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Juan Williams discusses his book “New Prize for These Eyes.”
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Dr. Fei-Fei Li discusses ethical development of AI and the challenge of establishing regulations.
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Historian Sir Niall Ferguson assesses the first 100 days of President Trump’s second term.