John Oliver: Trump Understands Almost Nothing About Trade (Video)
Acknowledging trade is complex on a number of fronts, the "Last Week Tonight" host details the numerous ways the U.S. president's approach to the issue is founded in misconceptions and ignorance.
Acknowledging trade is complex on a number of fronts, “Last Week Tonight” host John Oliver details the numerous ways the U.S. president’s approach to the issue is founded in misconceptions and ignorance that are damaging the American economy.
Watch the full clip in the video player above.
— Posted by Natasha Hakimi Zapata
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