Michael Hudson and Radhika Desai dissect the economic illusion of Trump’s presidency six months into his second term. From manipulated markets to rising debt, gutted institutions, inflationary tariffs, and vanishing public services, they show how Trump’s policies enrich the top 1% while accelerating decline for everyone else. As MAGA voters begin to feel betrayed, and even allies like Elon Musk break ranks, the cracks widen. This episode unpacks how perception replaces policy—and why th...