Trump is giving Muhammad bin Tughlaq a run for his money — literally.
Episode 16 breaks down how 50% tariffs, immigration crackdowns, and the illusion of control are reshaping the U.S. economy.
Tughlaq shifted capitals overnight and introduced copper currency. Trump raised tariffs that made EVs, AI tech, and manufacturing more expensive for his own country. Goldman Sachs says 91% of tariff costs are paid by Americans themselves.
America today runs on “fake confidence,” massive debt, and just 7 tech companies holding up the stock market. Manufacturing collapsed from 25% of GDP to barely 10%, and immigration raids have literally shut down factories mid-construction.
This isn’t collapse — it’s a ripple effect disguised as growth.
Trump and Tughlaq both believed they could command economies. But economies aren’t armies. They are ecosystems.
How will this impact India
Episode 17 tomorrow. Follow to stay ahead.
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