LSE's Klass: U.S. Senate Needs to Stand Up to Trump

The video discusses the role of the U.S. Senate in providing oversight and the challenges posed by the Trump administration to American democracy. It highlights the importance of separating partisan issues from institutional ones and examines the potential governance challenges Trump may face. The video also analyzes the impact of Rex Tillerson's confirmation hearing on Trump's approval among Republicans and the broader implications for the U.S. economy, including infrastructure programs and tax cuts.

What is the primary role of the United States Senate as discussed in the video?

• To manage foreign relations

• To support the President

• To provide oversight to power

• To pass new laws

What is one of the key challenges Donald Trump is expected to face according to the video?

• Overwhelming support from Democrats

• Excessive executive power

• Lack of media coverage

• Need for cooperation to achieve goals

What event could indicate a crack in Trump's support among Republicans?

• A new tax policy

• Tillerson's confirmation hearing

• A failed infrastructure bill

• A change in health care policy

What is the market's expectation regarding the new administration's economic policies?

• High likelihood of successful infrastructure programs

• Immediate tax cuts without offsets

• Stable economic growth without any policy changes

• Challenges in implementing expected economic changes

When does the video suggest we might start seeing economic statistics reflecting the new administration's impact?

• Third quarter

• Second quarter

• First quarter

• Fourth quarter