The Bessent Doctrine: Problem-Reaction-Solution
by A Carry-On and a Laptop
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The Bessent Doctrine: A Two-Act Play
November 17, 2025
This is not a traditional trade policy; it is political alchemy. The new Bessent Doctrine is a deliberate "Problem-Reaction-Solution" strategy.
Act I: The PROBLEM
Impose sweeping, broad-based tariffs to create a deliberate economic shock, generating consumer pain (inflation) and massive state revenue.
Act II: The SOLUTION
As the pain peaks, "swoop in" as saviors by offering selective relief (Argentina) and redistributing the tariff revenue as "rebates" ($2,000 checks).