Impact of NAFTA on U.S. Manufacturing

President Trump and his administration have claimed that 90,000 U.S. plants and factories closed after NAFTA, but the figure is questionable. Experts say automation and other factors, rather than trade, were more responsible for the decline in U.S. manufacturing jobs.

Stephen Colbert's Late Show Monologue Criticizing Trump's Tariffs

Stephen Colbert criticizes President Trump's reciprocal tariffs, mocks the idea of a 'deep state' intervention, and urges elites to step in to prevent economic damage. He fails to address the reasons behind Trump's tariff plan or the impact of free trade agreements like NAFTA.

Bernie Sanders' Opposition to Reciprocal Tariffs

Sen. Bernie Sanders opposes President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs, stating that targeted tariffs are a better tool to prevent outsourcing of American jobs. Sanders has a history of criticizing free trade policies for harming American workers and communities.

Tariffs on China and American Manufacturing

Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) supports the use of tariffs as a tool in trade negotiations, particularly with China, to protect American manufacturing and national security interests.

Nomination of Pete Hoekstra as Ambassador to Canada

President-elect Donald Trump nominates former Republican Congressman Pete Hoekstra as Ambassador to Canada, praising his experience and assistance in overhauling trade deals like NAFTA. Hoekstra previously served as United States Ambassador to the Netherlands and has a background in Congress and intelligence.