Trump Cleans His Room: Greenlights U.S. Steel Deal, Biden's National Security Fears Crumble

Cleaning Up the Mess: Order from Chaos

Well it appears someone has decided to clean their room metaphorically speaking. Or in this case clean up someone else's mess. Donald Trump a man who understands the necessity of a well ordered desk—or perhaps a well ordered economy—has given the go ahead to the U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel merger. Now you might ask what is a psychologist doing commenting on economics? To that I say: Everything is psychology. Economics is merely the aggregated behavior of individuals and last I checked individuals are still rather psychological creatures prone to all sorts of predictable irrationalities. Remember chaos precedes order.

Biden's Block: A Failure to Confront the Dragon of Chaos?

President Biden in his infinite wisdom—or perhaps influenced by other… forces—previously blocked this very deal citing those nebulous 'national security concerns.' Ah yes national security. A phrase that can justify almost anything can't it? It reminds me of the Soviet Union. Did Biden truly confront the shadow? Was he acting out of a genuine desire to protect the American worker or was there something else lurking beneath the surface? One must ask these questions you see. The devil is in the details and sometimes the details are hidden in the collective unconscious of political maneuvering.

Trump's Gambit: Walking the Tightrope of Responsibility

Now Trump ever the contrarian has stepped in like a metaphorical lobster ready to rumble directing a new review and ultimately giving the green light. He claims this merger will create at least 70,000 jobs and inject a whopping $14 billion into the U.S. economy. Big claims indeed. Is he right? Only time will tell if he's stared into the abyss and come out with a viable plan or if he's simply courting chaos for its own sake. One hopes he understands the responsibility that comes with such pronouncements. Because let's be clear responsibility is the bedrock of a meaningful existence. It's the antidote to nihilism and I'm not just saying that to sell more books.

Pittsburgh Stays Put: The Importance of Location Location Location

U.S. Steel's headquarters will remain in Pittsburgh a city with a history as rich and gritty as a good cup of coffee. It's crucial to maintain some continuity. You can't just uproot everything and expect it to flourish elsewhere. It's like trying to transplant a Redwood to the Sahara. It simply won't work. People need roots and cities need industries. Pittsburgh needs this deal to work. Let's hope they can all clean their rooms metaphorically speaking and ensure this transition goes smoothly.

The Stock Market's Anthem: A Symphony of Hope?

U.S. Steel shares surged more than 20% after Trump's announcement. The market you see is a reflection of collective sentiment. And right now that sentiment appears to be cautiously optimistic. However don't get too excited. The market is a fickle beast prone to sudden and unpredictable mood swings. So celebrate the victory but keep one eye on the horizon. Because as any good lobster knows the tide can turn quickly.

The Rally: A Celebration of Order or a Descent into Chaos?

Finally Trump plans to hold a rally at U.S. Steel in Pittsburgh. A rally. A chance to connect with the people to rally the troops to preach the gospel of economic prosperity. Or potentially a descent into chaos. It all depends on how well he articulates his vision and how well the audience internalizes it. Because let’s be honest a poorly organized rally is just a mob scene waiting to happen. And nobody wants that. So let's hope he brings his A game. Because at the end of the day we all need to be a bit more responsible.