Former President Donald Trump claimed he would cap credit card interest rates at 10% — but without any legal mechanism or legislation to make it real. When reporters asked House Speaker Mike Johnson to validate Trump’s announcement, he hesitated on camera, raising questions among GOP lawmakers, donors, and policy analysts.
This video breaks down the viral moment, what actually happened, how credit policy works, what banks fear, and why GOP leadership suddenly looks divided. We also explore the economic narrative, legislative feasibility, and growing rifts inside the Republican Party during the 2024 cycle.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:38 Trump’s Credit Card Cap Announcement
02:45 Mike Johnson Freezes on Camera
04:20 Why This Moment Matters
06:30 GOP Donor Pressure & Banking Sector
08:25 Trump’s Populist Strategy vs Institutional Reality
10:15 Conclusion
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