Considering the Economic, Employment Boost of Imports

The transcript discusses the dynamics of trade with Mexico, highlighting Anne Krueger's insights on the impact of imports on employment. It explores the potential consequences of the U.S. curtailing imports, including effects on global trade. The discussion shifts to the Trump administration's protectionist trade policies, raising concerns about America's commitment to an open economy and the possibility of trade wars, along with their unintended consequences on supply chains and the global economy.

What role do tariffs play in the current trade debate according to the text?

What unintended consequences might arise from targeting imports?