Trump Prepares to Announce Greer as US Trade Rep

The video discusses the potential trade shock due to US tariffs, focusing on the auto industry in Canada and Mexico. It highlights the role of Jameson Greer in shaping trade policy under the Trump administration. The discussion includes the threat of tariffs and possible retaliation from Mexico, as well as China's economic response to US trade policies. The video emphasizes the uncertainty surrounding the enforcement and impact of these tariffs.

Which sectors are most likely to be affected by the potential trade shock discussed in the video?

• Energy and Mining

• Technology and Pharmaceuticals

• Textiles and Apparel

• Autos and Foodstuffs

Who is announced as the US trade representative in the video?

• Claudie Chambon

• Heidi

• President Trump

• Jameson Greer

What is the Trump administration's strategy regarding high tariffs on key trading partners?

• To impose them permanently

• To avoid using tariffs altogether

• To apply them only to European countries

• To use them as leverage in negotiations

What potential action is Mexico's president considering in response to US tariffs?

• Reducing trade with Canada

• Increasing exports to the US

• Negotiating a new trade deal

• Imposing tariffs on US automakers

How might China respond to the US trade policies according to the video?

• By relocating production to Europe

• By reducing its holdings of US Treasuries

• By holding fire on fiscal measures

• By increasing imports from the US