Donald Trump, despite previously insisting he would not impose a pause on his new tariffs, has surprisingly announced a 90-day suspension for most countries except China. In light of this unexpected shift, one may wonder: what motivated Trump to reconsider? To explore this question, Jonathan Freedland engages in a conversation with James Bennet, a correspondent from The Economist, delving into the possible factors that may have influenced the president’s decision and contemplating what the future may hold in terms of consequences.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/audio/2025/apr/11/why-did-strongman-trump-back-down-on-tariffs-podcast
