PBS NewsHour - PBS News Weekly: A deeper look at Trump’s tariff wars, education cuts and more | March 14, 2025

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Tariffs and Trade: President Trump’s tariffs on goods from Canada and the EU have resulted in retaliatory tariffs and increased economic tensions [00:43]. Some believe these tariffs will protect domestic industries [03:16], but there are concerns about higher consumer prices [04:38].
Education Cuts: The Trump administration has reduced the Department of Education’s workforce, raising concerns about programs for low-income students, students with disabilities, and college access [05:04].
US Aid Reduction: Cuts to US aid programs have affected children globally, leading to the termination of literacy and education programs [10:13]. The implementation of these cuts has also raised concerns [11:52].
Immigration and Protests: The arrest of a Columbia University student for alleged “anti-American views” has sparked debate about freedom of speech and pro-Palestinian protests [14:38].
Afghan Refugees: The suspension of the refugee program has left many Afghans eligible to come to the US after the 2021 withdrawal in limbo [19:05]. These individuals, who often worked with US forces, face persecution in Afghanistan and are struggling in countries like Pakistan [22:08].