All-In Podcast
All-In Podcast
Industry veterans, degenerate gamblers & besties Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks & David Friedberg cover all things economic, tech, political, social & poker.
Jason CalacanisChamath PalihapitiyaDavid SacksDavid Friedberg
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DOGE updates + Liberation Day Tariff Reactions with Ben Shapiro and Antonio Gracias

E222 • Apr 4, 2025 • 114 mins

Antonio Gracias delves into social security fraud, asylum applications, and unauthorized voting, sparking a debate on immigration policy and its electoral impact. The discussion shifts to the economic fallout of leaving California, Trump's tariffs, and their effects on corporate debt and deregulation. Insights into welfare, military spending, and historical tariffs are shared. The episode explores global economic shifts, AI's role in strategy, and onshoring jobs. Ben Shapiro discusses politics, education, and tariffs, while Chamath shares investment ideas and insights into Daily Wire's revenue. Reflections on the US economic landscape and innovation close the episode.

Key Points

  • Efforts to address and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse in the Social Security Administration are critical to ensuring the system's sustainability and integrity.
  • The Trump administration's tariff strategy aims to recalibrate global economic relations, potentially leading to a new Bretton Woods-like agreement, though it carries significant risks, including potential inflation and global trade disruptions.
  • Encouraging entrepreneurship and maintaining a strong, innovative economy are essential for the U.S. to remain competitive globally, especially in the face of rising economic powers like China.
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