Guest Economist & Statistician Christian Briggs

CEO Hard Asset Management, Inc

Delivers sharp analysis: tariff economics, SCOTUS implications, and 2026 market outlook. Advises Congress on Trump-era econ: tariffs, de-dollarization, fiscal policy. Forecasts: Gold/silver surges amid volatility; “Plan B” trade wins vs. China.

** Available for in-studio (DC or NYC)

Location: Nashville

Does SCOTUS limbo kill Trump’s “economic miracle,” or fuel more wins?

Three months after the Supreme Court’s November 2025 arguments on President Trump’s tariffs, the justices remain silent—fueling market uncertainty as durable goods inflation hits 1995 highs (1.2% YoY) and jobs surge 254K amid trade tensions with China and the EU. With Trump defending tariffs in his WSJ op-ed (“My tariffs have brought America back”), is this delay a roadblock to manufacturing revival?

Economist Christian Briggs delivers sharp analysis: tariff economics, SCOTUS implications, and 2026 market outlook.

• SCOTUS delay’s impact on businesses, farmers, and consumers.
• Tariffs as firewall against foreign dominance.
• Economic path forward post-ruling.
• Timely Expertise: Ties SCOTUS inaction to inflation pass-through, jobs data, and Trump’s IEEPA strategy.
• Market Authority: Deep dives on trade policy, China competition, and U.S. economic sovereignty.
• Proven Media Guest: NewsNation Now (tariffs analysis); The Hamilton Corner (Trump policies); Ross Kaminsky Show (CBDCs/markets); Malcolm Out Loud (shutdowns/China).
• Production-Ready: Studio setup, crisp soundbites; ideal for live TV or podcasts. ** Can be in-studio.

U.S.-Focused Stories

• Supreme Court tariff ruling looms: Investors brace for potential strike-down of Trump’s IEEPA tariffs, with refunds possible but quick admin workaround expected; decision possibly Feb 20
• Durable goods inflation accelerates to highest since 1995 (1.2% YoY), tied to tariffs passing costs to consumers; services up 3.4%.​
• Trump defends tariffs in WSJ op-ed: “My tariffs have brought America back,” claims economic/national security wins despite consumer costs.​
• Blockbuster jobs: Employers added 254K jobs (beat 150K forecast), unemployment at 4.1%; Dow hits record post-report.​

Broader Outlook

• Markets optimistic: S&P nears 7,000 despite tariff volatility; AI investment, fiscal stimulus support growth if recession avoided.​
• Fiscal dominance risks in U.S.; China’s trade surplus questioned.
• Recent Interview Clips (NTD/NewsNation)—TV-Ready Analyst:
• Supreme Court Issues No Ruling on Major Tariff Case: Analysis (Nov 14, 2025 | Stefania Cox).
• Economist Briggs | NewsNation Now: Tariffs Work When Used Tactfully (Jan 14, 2026 | Cary Dunst).
• What Effect Will the Cap on Interest Rates Have on Households (Jan 9, 2026 | Stefania Cox).
• Feeling the Pinch in Your Wallet? An Economist Explains