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Under Trump 2.0, the MAGA (Make America Great Again) economic agenda has become a defining force in American policymaking. In this solo address, Oren Cass, chief economist and founder of the conservative think tank American Compass, will deliver a concise analysis of the philosophy and real-world impact of MAGA economic policy under Trump 2.0.
The session will examine how the current administration is moving beyond traditional market fundamentalism to prioritize American industry, boost domestic manufacturing, and take a stronger stance on tariffs and trade. Oren Cass will assess the effects of these policies on the U.S. economy, global supply chains, and American workers
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