America’s Suez Moment?

The White House tries to put a brave face on the retreat over tariffs.

President Trump speaks at the National Republican Congressional Committee dinner at Washington, April 8, 2025. — President Trump speaks at the National Republican Congressional Committee dinner at Washington, April 8, 2025. Pool via AP

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Apr 9, 2025, 05:03 PM ET

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