The battle over US Steel has taken a dramatic turn, with Japan’s Nippon Steel set to acquire the American steel giant. But this deal has sparked fierce opposition—from Cleveland-Cliffs, U.S. politicians, labor unions, and even Donald Trump.

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In this episode, we break down:
✅ The history of US Steel and Japan – From post-war economic rebuilding to the 1980s Steel Wars
✅ Cleveland-Cliffs’ rise – How an iron ore supplier became a major steel player
✅ Political reactions – What Trump and Biden have said about the deal
✅ Cleveland-Cliffs CEO’s shocking comments – Why Lourenco Goncalves called Japan "evil"
✅ The future of U.S.-Japan trade relations – Will this deal be blocked?

With nationalism, economic strategy, and corporate rivalry colliding, this steel saga is far from over. Tune in for a deep dive into one of the most controversial business deals of the year.

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