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In part 2 of this explosive episode of On the Record, Christian Briggs takes listeners deep into what he calls the true battle defining the next era of global power: the race for quantum computing supremacy. Forget headlines that focus only on elections, inflation, or tariffs—Briggs argues the real war is unfolding in laboratories, supply chains, and strategic mineral reserves. Whoever wins quantum first, he warns, won’t just lead in technology—they’ll control the future of finance, intelligence, and military dominance. Briggs breaks down “quantum” in plain terms: computing power so fast it rewrites the rules of encryption, codebreaking, and strategic defense. He lays out why quantum capability could render today’s cybersecurity obsolete—turning encrypted communications into readable data, collapsing the advantage of traditional supercomputing, and supercharging AI into a next-generation weapon system. But here’s the twist: Briggs insists quantum isn’t purely a software story. It’s a materials story—and the U.S. is dangerously behind. This episode connects the dots between rare earth control, precious metals, and national survival. Briggs argues that gold, silver, and the platinum group metals aren’t just “investments”—they’re the physical backbone of the future economy: AI chips, defense electronics, EV infrastructure, solar scaling, nuclear energy buildout, and the hardware that supports quantum itself. He explains why silver’s industrial demand is exploding, why platinum and palladium are pivotal for next-generation energy, and why gold still matters far beyond jewelry—as a key component in advanced computing reliability and a backstop for emerging digital monetary systems. Briggs also highlights the geopolitical side: supply chains, processing dominance, export licensing, and the fragility of Western reliance on foreign refining capacity. He frames U.S. moves like strategic reserves and resource repositioning as part of a broader counteroffensive to prevent a scenario where America is forced into economic submission by adversaries controlling the inputs of modern civilization. Whether you’re an investor, a policy junkie, or just trying to understand what’s coming next, this episode is a hard-hitting wake-up call: the future isn’t just digital—it’s physical. And if the U.S. doesn’t secure the metals that power tomorrow, Briggs warns the nation risks losing far more than markets—it risks losing sovereignty. If you want, I can also generate 3 thumbnail text options (4–6 words) and a short YouTube description that matches your channel voice.

In part 1 of this explosive episode of On the Record, Christian Briggs takes listeners deep into what he calls the true battle defining the next era of global power: the race for quantum computing supremacy. Forget headlines that focus only on elections, inflation, or tariffs—Briggs argues the real war is unfolding in laboratories, supply chains, and strategic mineral reserves. Whoever wins quantum first, he warns, won’t just lead in technology—they’ll control the future of finance, intelligence, and military dominance. Briggs breaks down “quantum” in plain terms: computing power so fast it rewrites the rules of encryption, codebreaking, and strategic defense. He lays out why quantum capability could render today’s cybersecurity obsolete—turning encrypted communications into readable data, collapsing the advantage of traditional supercomputing, and supercharging AI into a next-generation weapon system. But here’s the twist: Briggs insists quantum isn’t purely a software story. It’s a materials story—and the U.S. is dangerously behind. This episode connects the dots between rare earth control, precious metals, and national survival. Briggs argues that gold, silver, and the platinum group metals aren’t just “investments”—they’re the physical backbone of the future economy: AI chips, defense electronics, EV infrastructure, solar scaling, nuclear energy buildout, and the hardware that supports quantum itself. He explains why silver’s industrial demand is exploding, why platinum and palladium are pivotal for next-generation energy, and why gold still matters far beyond jewelry—as a key component in advanced computing reliability and a backstop for emerging digital monetary systems. Briggs also highlights the geopolitical side: supply chains, processing dominance, export licensing, and the fragility of Western reliance on foreign refining capacity. He frames U.S. moves like strategic reserves and resource repositioning as part of a broader counteroffensive to prevent a scenario where America is forced into economic submission by adversaries controlling the inputs of modern civilization. Whether you’re an investor, a policy junkie, or just trying to understand what’s coming next, this episode is a hard-hitting wake-up call: the future isn’t just digital—it’s physical. And if the U.S. doesn’t secure the metals that power tomorrow, Briggs warns the nation risks losing far more than markets—it risks losing sovereignty. If you want, I can also generate 3 thumbnail text options (4–6 words) and a short YouTube description that matches your channel voice.

With a government shutdown hours away, Washington is on the edge—and the battle lines are clear. Senate Democrats are blocking DHS funding unless Republicans agree to sweeping changes that would cripple ICE and rewrite immigration enforcement from the ground up. As President Trump takes his campaign straight to Iowa and the FBI raids a Georgia election office, questions swirl about power, borders, and who’s really holding America hostage. Is this about reform—or a calculated move toward one-party rule? Christian Briggs, CEO of Hard Asset Management, joins The Real Story to break down what’s really at stake, why crime and immigration enforcement are colliding head-on, and whether Republicans will force Democrats to own the consequences of another shutdown. Buckle up—this isn’t just politics, it’s a warning.

In this explosive and eye-opening episode of Stacey on the Right, host Stacey Washington dives into the financial future the mainstream media refuses to talk about—joined by returning guest and economist Christian Briggs, CEO of Hard Asset Management and host of The Hard Asset Money Show. Together, they tackle the chilling implications of what Briggs calls “Surveillance Coin”—a digital financial system that gives third parties the power to freeze your funds, shut off your access, and eliminate your economic freedom with a single click. Briggs breaks down the hidden dangers embedded within the Genius Act, the bipartisan bill that greenlights third-party custody of digital assets—meaning you don’t actually own your money anymore. No due process, no warning, no way to fight back. Just one flip of a switch and your digital dollars are gone. As Stacey and Christian remind listeners, the precedent has already been set—from the de-banking of conservative voices to Canada’s freezing of truckers' bank accounts during the protests. It’s here. And it’s growing. In this jam-packed segment, Briggs reveals the shocking origin of the U.S. surveillance coin: a covert collaboration between the Federal Reserve and China, via the little-known Hamilton Project, a secretive CBDC prototype cooked up inside the Boston and New York Fed branches. Stacey pushes the conversation further, exploring how this ties to the CCP’s model of programmable currency and mass compliance. But there’s hope. Briggs lays out how President Trump is actively working to dismantle this system, pushing for self-custody protections, due process, and the removal of digital ID mandates. He details how Trump is revising the Genius Act’s weaker clauses and installing a framework to safeguard American economic liberty before it’s too late. This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about financial privacy, personal sovereignty, and the creeping merger of government and corporate control over your wallet. Christian Briggs delivers the uncensored truth—and a roadmap for action. Call your representatives. Demand due process. And most importantly, stay informed. Follow Christian Briggs at @BMCHAM on X and visit Hard Asset Management to learn more.

In a move that’s rattling big banks and surprising even political rivals, President Trump has proposed a bold new economic reform: a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10%, set to take effect on January 20th. On this episode of Good Morning NTD, host Kerry Dunst is joined by economist Christian Briggs, CEO of Hard Asset Management, to unpack the full impact of this headline-grabbing announcement—and what it means for working Americans. Briggs doesn’t mince words: this is one of Trump’s most progressive economic policies to date, even drawing praise from none other than Senator Elizabeth Warren, long known for her anti-bank rhetoric. What makes this policy so potent, Briggs explains, is the timing. With over 61% of Americans carrying credit card balances beyond 12 months and the average interest rate hovering near 20%, the 10% cap could deliver massive relief for middle-class families—especially those hit hardest by post-pandemic inflation and holiday debt. But it’s not all smooth sailing. Briggs walks through the risks too—particularly how lenders might respond by tightening access to credit for lower-tier borrowers. While high credit score consumers stand to benefit the most, some small businesses and lower-income families may see reduced access to new credit lines. Even so, Briggs maintains that the overall impact could be “a windfall for consumers”—offsetting the pressure of Trump’s tariff strategies and cushioning everyday Americans from global price shocks. The most fascinating twist? Trump and Warren reportedly spoke directly about the plan, and she praised his move. Briggs calls it “an opening for the GOP to expand its base” and a political masterstroke that could help the Republican Party reach voters it traditionally hasn’t. As Briggs puts it, “This helps the masses, not just the classes.” Whether you’re a small business owner, a working parent, or a political analyst tracking every 2026 campaign move, this conversation is essential listening. With $1.7 trillion in credit card debt hanging over the country and the Fed still weighing interest rate cuts, Trump’s unexpected pivot toward populist economic reform might just be the policy that flips the script—and the next election.

On this must-hear episode, Hard Asset Money Show host and economist Christian Briggs returns with sharp insight into one of the most impactful—and controversial—economic policy debates of our time: Are Trump’s tariffs saving the U.S. economy or setting it up for a showdown with the Supreme Court? Briggs doesn’t hold back as he breaks down how Trump’s economic strategy is reigniting domestic manufacturing, narrowing the trade deficit to its lowest level since 2009, and spurring real wage growth—all while inflation plunges to levels not seen since pre-Biden. Speaking from both data and lived experience, Briggs draws on the dramatic transformation of America’s auto industry—once gutted by globalization, now revitalized by Trump’s America-first production mandates. Foreign automakers like Honda and BMW are investing billions into U.S. factories, pivoting under pressure from tariffs they can no longer afford to ignore. According to Briggs, it’s not just about jobs; it’s about sovereignty: “You want to sell to American consumers? You better build it here.” But the episode’s most urgent moment centers on the looming Supreme Court decision on the legality of Trump’s tariffs. Briggs argues that this isn’t a partisan issue—it’s about national financial survival. With the U.S. debt racing toward $40 trillion and interest payments eclipsing the defense budget, the tariffs, he says, were “an emergency tool in an economic war.” If the Court strikes them down, Trump already has a Plan B. But if they’re upheld? “We’re going to see 5–6% GDP growth—something Biden and Obama could never dream of.” Throughout the segment, host and guest both stress that the tariffs aren’t just a policy—they’re a battle cry for Made in America. From inflation and wage increases to trade balance and manufacturing jobs, the message is clear: Trump’s economic playbook is working—and it’s only just begun. With SCOTUS on the clock and the global economy in flux, this episode couldn’t be more timely. Whether you're a policy wonk, working-class patriot, or just trying to understand the real story behind the headlines, this is the one podcast that explains how America could reclaim its financial future—one tariff at a time.

Is the U.S. dollar being quietly vaporized—and is Venezuela the turning point in the global financial war? In this urgent episode of On The Record, Christian Briggs returns with a high-octane breakdown of the accelerating shift toward a cashless society, a weakened dollar, and the skyrocketing value of precious metals like gold and silver. If you've been watching the headlines and feeling like something bigger is unfolding—you’re right. Christian reveals the coordinated moves now playing out across global markets: from central bank hoarding of gold, to rising silver demand from data centers and EVs, to a backdoor devaluation strategy by the Biden administration meant to “reset” the dollar into a new digital currency system. Meanwhile, Trump is playing economic chess, taking strategic control of resource-rich Venezuela—not just for oil, but to cut off China’s access to critical metals like silver, lithium, and H3 (used for quantum computing). This isn’t speculation. It’s a battlefield. You’ll learn why 2025 saw silver rise over 150% and gold climb over 60%, and why this momentum isn’t just driven by inflation—but by something much bigger: the death of paper money and the rise of centralized, programmable currency. Briggs connects the dots between Venmo surveillance, IRS targeting of small businesses, and the slow erosion of financial privacy in America. He explains how the Federal Reserve’s hidden work on a digital dollar—quietly launched via FedNow—signals a future where your bank account can be frozen with a keystroke and your financial choices rated by a social score. But here’s the kicker: precious metals are now being called "life-sustaining assets" by defense analysts. With platinum and palladium essential to the future of clean nuclear energy—and silver embedded in every high-tech system from solar satellites to AI chips—owning metals isn’t just about hedging inflation. It’s about sovereignty, security, and survival. This episode is a wake-up call. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines thinking you’ll have time to move later, think again. As Briggs puts it: “When the dollar gets vaporized, only those holding hard assets will still have real wealth.”

In this explosive episode of On The Record, Christian Briggs teams up with guest Jay Cannon to confront one of the most controversial and urgent questions of our time: Is radical Islam quietly infiltrating America’s political, educational, and legal systems? With mosque construction accelerating, school boards being overtaken, and Islamic civic toolkits now being released to guide Muslim engagement in U.S. state and local governments, Briggs and Cannon argue that what we're witnessing isn't just religious growth—it’s a coordinated ideological expansion. From the 7th-century origins of Islam to the rise of Sharia-compatible enclaves in places like Dearborn, Michigan and Minneapolis, this hard-hitting discussion unpacks how immigration, unchecked birth rates, and strategic political maneuvering are changing the demographic and ideological makeup of the West. The duo explore the sharp differences between Christianity and Islam—not just theologically, but civically—emphasizing that Western values of free speech, women’s rights, and religious liberty are under siege in regions where Islamic influence gains foothold. Briggs and Cannon also expose the multi-billion-dollar funding pipelines from Qatar and other nations backing Islamic student centers, media campaigns, and activist groups. Referencing data from Europe, they spotlight the startling correlation between increased Islamic immigration and surges in crime and rape—especially in the UK, Germany, and France—while highlighting Poland’s decisive rejection of Sharia ideology and the resulting drop in crime. This episode also takes direct aim at what they call the “unholy alliance” between Marxists, Islamists, and radical progressives, showing how cultural guilt, misguided tolerance, and media silence are creating a perfect storm for the erosion of American values. Most chilling of all, they predict a tipping point within a single generation—fueled by high birth rates, political organizing, and the weaponization of civil rights laws. Whether you agree or disagree, this episode pulls no punches and will leave you questioning the trajectory of religious freedom, national identity, and the future of the United States. For those concerned about faith, freedom, and America’s foundations, this is the wake-up call you’ve been waiting for.

Gold and silver just posted their biggest gains since 1979—but according to Christian Briggs, the party is just getting started. In this powerful first-of-the-year episode of On The Record, Briggs—CEO of Hard Asset Management—unpacks the forces behind the historic 2025 metals rally and why silver may soon outshine gold in both price and strategic importance. With silver up over 150% and gold rising more than 60%, investors are wondering: can this momentum last? Christian says yes—and backs it with facts. He reveals how central banks around the world are aggressively backstopping their currencies with gold, quietly ushering in a new monetary era that threatens to leave the U.S. dollar behind. China, Russia, and the BRICS nations are already working on a gold-backed digital currency, slated to debut in the next 12–18 months. It’s a direct attack on dollar hegemony—and it’s working. But silver is the real story of 2026. As Christian explains, global silver supply is about 1 billion ounces per year, but projected demand for technology alone will exceed 1.5 billion ounces, driven by AI data centers, solar, EVs, semiconductors, and explosive demand in electric infrastructure. Elon Musk’s warning on China’s control of the silver supply chain only added rocket fuel to the price action. And with 3–4 ounces needed in every EV, the world is facing a looming silver crunch that could dwarf past squeezes. It’s not just gold and silver making headlines. The platinum group metals (PGMs)—platinum and palladium—are emerging as the backbone of the coming nuclear energy revival, with China building hundreds of new reactors and President Trump fast-tracking U.S. nuclear permits. According to Briggs, platinum demand is about to go vertical, and early investors are positioning now. Briggs also highlights a massive surge in retail demand for hard assets, noting that Hard Asset Management has seen its busiest 18 months in four decades. From seasoned investors to first-timers, people are waking up to the risks of inflation, CBDCs, and fiat erosion—and they’re turning to metals for safety, yield, and sovereignty. If you want to know where the smart money is going in 2026—this episode tells you everything you need to know.

he Supreme Court is now center stage in the economic war between globalism and America First. In this urgent episode of On The Record, Christian Briggs unpacks the high-stakes legal showdown over President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs—and what the outcome could mean for every U.S. worker, business owner, and consumer. Are these tariffs a constitutional overreach—or a strategic masterstroke to rebuild American industry? As Briggs explains, this isn’t just a legal technicality—it’s a turning point for the U.S. economy. With Trump’s tariffs still in effect, everything from consumer goods to auto parts is seeing price pressures—and now the Supreme Court must decide whether these tools of economic warfare stand or fall. Briggs breaks down exactly how these tariffs are reshaping the marketplace. Domestic manufacturers are thriving, but import-heavy businesses are struggling with razor-thin margins. If the court upholds the tariffs, it could supercharge American manufacturing but also risk passing more costs down to the consumer. If the court strikes them down, chaos could ensue—at least in the short term. But Trump already has Plan B locked and loaded, with new legal routes and targeted alternatives ready to deploy. This isn’t just a trade policy—it’s a battle plan. You'll also hear how the tariffs have narrowed the trade deficit by 39%—a stunning win Trump’s critics refuse to acknowledge—and how Trump’s potential next move could involve a more surgical, constitutionally air-tight tariff model that bypasses legal pitfalls and keeps the economic pressure on China, Mexico, and other foreign competitors. Most importantly, Briggs asks the question no one in the mainstream media is: Who really pays? As corporations absorb the cost of tariffs for now, the clock is ticking. Will middle- and lower-income Americans be left holding the bag? With brilliant insights and real-world analysis, Christian Briggs delivers a crystal-clear explanation of what’s happening behind the headlines—and why the outcome of this Supreme Court case could define America’s financial future for the next decade. Listen now to get the inside track on tariffs, trade wars, and Trump’s evolving economic strategy—before the decision drops.

What does Venezuela have to do with quantum computing, the collapse of the dollar, and the survival of the United States? Everything.  Briggs breaks down how China’s 30-year strategy—from BRICS partnerships to resource extraction, to a secret base on the far side of the moon—is part of a chilling long game to dethrone the U.S. dollar, seize quantum supremacy, and rewrite the global order. Venezuela, with its massive reserves of oil, silver, lithium, and even helium-3 (H3)—the critical coolant needed for advanced quantum computing—is at the center of it all. And Trump’s decision to secure this region isn’t just about energy—it’s about survival. As Briggs explains, China is investing billions into quantum breakthroughs—supercomputers, photonic chips, and a race to crack every digital code in existence. With quantum supremacy, a single nation could own the world’s secrets, financial systems, weapons infrastructure—even cryptocurrencies. And the only thing standing in their way? Access to rare elements—and time. Trump is playing multi-dimensional chess. Venezuela wasn’t about oil alone. It was about cutting off China’s supply lines, reclaiming a chokehold on strategic commodities, and slowing the BRICS’ economic war machine. Christian reveals how Iran, Cuba, Greenland, and even space are now battlegrounds in the fight to prevent a dystopian future of central bank digital control, surveillance capitalism, and dollar collapse. With unmatched insight and rapid-fire breakdowns, this episode connects the dots between AI, inflation, tariffs, resource warfare, and quantum militarization. From H3 on the moon to silver in Tesla batteries to oil diplomacy, nothing is off the table. In this explosive episode of On The Record, Christian Briggs takes you on a high-speed, deep-dive tour of what might be the most important geopolitical move in decades—the quiet, tactical reclaiming of Venezuela—and why it could be a masterstroke in the global war for financial and technological supremacy. And as Christian warns, whoever wins that race, wins the world.  

Gold just had its best year since 1979, and silver is up over 150%. But is this just the beginning of a historic supercycle? In this must-hear episode of On The Record, Christian Briggs, CEO of Hard Asset Management, joins NTD News to break down the massive, coordinated shift happening across global markets, and why gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are suddenly exploding in value. Christian pulls back the curtain on the forces driving this once-in-a-generation surge. Central banks around the world, from China to Russia and across the BRICS alliance, are dumping U.S. Treasuries and stockpiling gold at an unprecedented pace. Why? Because gold is becoming the new global backstop for currency credibility, and with BRICS preparing to launch a gold-backed digital currency, the stakes couldn’t be higher. But silver isn’t sitting on the sidelines either. With Elon Musk and global tech leaders warning about silver supply chain threats, and demand from data centers, EVs, solar panels, and microchips skyrocketing, the silver squeeze is real. Christian explains why the world needs over 1.5 billion ounces of silver annually, but mines are only producing a billion, and how that shortage could drive prices into uncharted territory. This episode also digs into the platinum and palladium boom as nuclear energy makes a comeback. President Trump’s push to fast-track reactor approvals means critical minerals are about to become the backbone of 21st-century power grids, and Hard Asset Management is already seeing investor appetite shift toward these strategic metals. And here’s the kicker: it’s not just governments and institutions moving into metals, retail investors are piling in. According to Briggs, demand for physical gold, silver coins, and strategic metals is at a 40-year high. From inflation hedges to digital currency backlash, this is more than a trend, it’s a movement. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, this is your wake-up call. Learn what’s driving the metals boom, how to protect your wealth from a declining dollar, and why now, more than ever, hard assets are your best defense in a volatile world.

Is the United States about to lose control of the global financial system? From gold-backed currencies to digital units designed to bypass SWIFT and economic sanctions, Christian pulls no punches revealing how China, Russia, and over 30 allied nations are executing a coordinated plan to collapse the economic foundation of the United States. Christian exposes the real numbers behind the BRICS gold war, including China and Russia's secret accumulation of thousands of tons of gold, the launch of a gold-backed currency “unit,” and how over 50% of global central bank gold buying is now tied to this anti-dollar alliance. He dives into how BRICS nations, controlling up to 70% of global oil and over 60% of global GDP, have already built parallel financial infrastructure to the U.S.-led system, making the dollar optional, if not obsolete, for global trade. And it gets worse. Briggs walks listeners through how the U.S. fell asleep at the wheel, distracted by political infighting, cultural rot, and trillion-dollar wars, while China and its BRICS partners quietly bought up the world’s resources, rare earth minerals, and trade routes. The dollar is being systematically debased while gold surges to all-time highs, and America’s only line of defense may be Donald J. Trump’s hardline economic strategy, driven by strategic tariffs, energy dominance, and sound money reforms. In this explosive episode of On The Record, Christian Briggs delivers a fiery, must-hear breakdown of the BRICS coalition’s rapidly escalating strategy to dethrone the U.S. dollar, and the terrifying speed at which it's working. Whether you're a policymaker, investor, or just someone who wants to understand what the hell is happening to the world economy, this episode is a masterclass in global financial warfare, economic sabotage, and the future of money. From Venezuela to Vietnam, from Moscow to Mumbai, BRICS is on the move, and the U.S. is running out of time to fight back. Wake up. This isn’t politics. It’s survival.  

What if we told you that a record-setting tax refund is coming your way… and that it could trigger the biggest economic boom in over 40 years? In this game-changing episode, Hard Asset Management CEO Christian Briggs joins the show to break down the “One Big Beautiful Bill” signed into law under President Trump—an economic juggernaut poised to reshape the American wallet, workforce, and wealth over the next 24 months. From expanded standard deductions to massive tax breaks on tips, small business grants for the Hispanic community, and a multi-trillion-dollar GDP explosion, Christian reveals how this bill is designed to inject $4–5 trillion of stimulus into the U.S. economy by 2026. It’s not just refunds—it’s rocket fuel for Main Street, Wall Street, and your retirement portfolio. And with Wall Street already betting big, the stock market could see a sustained bull run fueled by tax-free cash flowing into investment apps like Robinhood. But that’s just the beginning. Briggs explains how this bill also supports AI-driven growth, investing in automation and infrastructure that will reshape American labor markets—not destroy jobs, but transition them into higher-skilled, higher-paid sectors. Think electricians making $300K a year, or trade school graduates commanding six figures as they help build the backbone of America's AI data centers. Forget job loss—this is a skilled labor revolution. Yet, there's a warning embedded in all this optimism: the war over economic control isn’t over. The bill’s impact could be diluted if Congress reintroduces digital control mechanisms like central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) or fails to rein in inflationary threats. Briggs makes clear: President Trump’s policies have stabilized oil, cooled inflation, and positioned the U.S. for real growth—but the fight isn’t over. If you care about your paycheck, your future, or your financial freedom, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how energy policy, AI, job migration, tax reform, and sound money principles are coming together to create what could be the strongest economic cycle in modern U.S. history—and how to position yourself before the next wave hits.

What do tariffs, Communist China, and central bank digital currencies have in common? They’re all part of the rapidly unfolding war over America’s economic soul. This isn’t just about tariffs or trade, it’s about whether the U.S. survives as a free-market nation or slides into centralized financial control. The trio dives headfirst into the growing backlash against the Biden administration’s scattered tariff policies, which are now triggering widespread price hikes, supply chain breakdowns, and small business panic, especially in the farming and construction industries. Tharp, with direct ties to a global tractor manufacturer, reveals just how deeply these tariffs are impacting real-world operations, from parts delays to soaring costs. Meanwhile, Walker breaks down how Trump’s strategy, though well-intended, is being miscommunicated and politically sabotaged by opponents, and even some allies. But the episode doesn't stop there. The conversation takes a sharp turn as Briggs exposes the quiet but devastating removal of anti-CBDC language from the latest National Defense Authorization Act. Why did establishment Republicans side with Elizabeth Warren to strip protections against programmable currency from the bill? What does this say about Washington's willingness to hand financial control to unelected bureaucrats? And what does it mean when stablecoins, neither stable nor coins, are being pushed as the future of money? From suicidal farmers losing everything after China retaliated on soybeans, to skyrocketing construction costs driven by tariff volatility, to AI-driven social media psy-ops pushing civil division in America, this is the podcast episode that connects all the dots, from the store shelf to the Federal Reserve to Beijing. Briggs and his guests make one thing clear: tariffs without a long-term plan are destructive, and a programmable digital dollar may be the single greatest threat to American liberty since the founding. In this hard-hitting episode of On The Record, Christian Briggs sits down with political strategist Christopher Walker and marketing insider Jeremy Tharp to pull the curtain back on one of the most chaotic and consequential economic shifts of our time. If you care about your paycheck, your privacy, or your future, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.