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Trade Deficit and the U.S. Economy

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As the country’s trade deficit reaches a record high for the fourth consecutive year, Forum discusses the causes and implications it has for the American economy.

Guests:

Michael Mandel, chief economist at Business Week magazine and author of the publication's current cover story

Phillip Swagel, resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, and former chief-of-staff of the Council of Economic Advisors

Sung Won Sohn, president and CEO of Hanme Financial Corporation and former chief economist at Wells Fargo

Auggie Tantillo, executive director of the American Manufacturing Trade Action Coalition

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