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Trump just threatened Apple with a $22 billion tariff: He gave them 2 options: Bring production to America or pay the price. When they refused, Trump did what he had to. Here’s the $600+ BILLION po...

SummaryTrump threatened Apple with a 25% tariff if they don't manufacture iPhones in the US instead of India, causing Apple shares to drop 2.6% and broader market decline. The threat demonstrates how Trump's direct social media influence can move markets and force corporate policy changes, signaling a shift toward reshoring manufacturing and personal brands wielding more power than traditional corporate influence.May 27, 202518 tweets♥ 62.1KFernando Cao@thefernandocz

In 2023, Argentina was dying: • Central Bank $12B in debt • 50% poverty rate • 7,500% inflation Then Javier Milei became President. 11 months in, he's pulling off the greatest economic turnaround e...

SummaryArgentine President Javier Milei implemented radical fiscal reforms in 2023-2024, slashing government ministries, cutting 50,000 employees, and eliminating spending categories to achieve Argentina's first fiscal balance in 113 years. In just 11 months, he reduced monthly inflation from 54% to 2%, cut poverty from 57% to 46%, and restored economic growth while maintaining high approval ratings, proving dramatic economic turnaround was possible without hyperinflation or social collapse.Nov 29, 202418 tweets♥ 127K