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Trump’s tariff threats, looming economic war & the 'mother of all recessions'

EU diplomats are set to hold an emergency meeting after Donald Trump announced tariffs against Eu...

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10.40 18 Jan 2026


Trump’s tariff threats, looming economic war & the 'mother of all recessions'


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10.40 18 Jan 2026


EU diplomats are set to hold an emergency meeting after Donald Trump announced tariffs against European countries over their opposition to US control of Greenland. Joining Anton to discuss the latest developments and how European leaders may respond is Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent for Euronews.

Also joining Anton to discuss concerns over whether Donald Trump succeeds in exerting control over the US Federal Reserve and the possible ramifications for the global economy is Dan O'Brien, Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs & columnist with The Currency.


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