Topic: Trade Rules

2 chapters across the catalog

People's Vote
Episode 1104 35:37 - 38:38

1104: People's Vote

WTO Rules, No-Deal Brexit, Article 50 Revocation

In the event of a no-deal Brexit, the United Kingdom would default to World Trade Organization (WTO) rules for international commerce. Prime Minister Theresa May outlined two ways to avoid a no-deal scenario: agreeing to a deal or revoking Article 50, the latter of which would mean remaining in the European Union and ignoring the referendum result.

Tippie-Top
Episode 1101 26:02 - 29:23

1101: Tippie-Top

House Rule Changes and Congressional Transparency Claims

The new Democratic majority in the House introduced rule changes intended to increase transparency, including a 72-hour window to read bills before voting. The hosts critique these changes, noting that while members are barred from corporate boards, they can still engage in questionable stock trades and serve on NGO boards.