How many ‘shocks to the system’ can America take?

President Trump’s escalation of trade wars around the globe has markets, and many Americans, feeling anxious. Columnists Dana Milbank, Heather Long and Philip Bump discuss the high costs of Trump’s tariffs and how globalization will continue, with the U.S. or without it. Plus, some practical tips for what we can all do to manage our lives in this tumultuous moment.

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Smart when you need it, fun when you want it — with hosts who feel like friends. Impromptu is your twice-a-week conversation with Washington Post columnists who bring fresh insight and perspective to the stories shaping the week. On Tuesdays, Dana Milbank and his colleagues dig into the political news that actually matters. Then, on Fridays, Drew Goins and Molly Roberts ease you into the weekend, breaking down the cultural moments you can’t stop thinking about.