coercion

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power 2026-05-02

China Gave All of Africa Zero-Tariff Access, Except the One Country That Recognizes Taiwan

The same day Taiwan's president arrived in Eswatini through a secret route after China blocked his aircraft, Beijing announced zero tariffs for all 53 African nations except Eswatini. The timing is not coincidental.

power 2026-04-22

Trump Tells Companies to Waive Their Court-Ordered Refunds

The Supreme Court struck down his tariffs as unconstitutional. The refund portal is open. Trump is now pressuring companies to not use it, promising to 'remember' those who comply.