Tariff King – William McKinley

Before the age of modern politics, one man shaped America’s economy and its future through tariffs, trade, and transformation.
This is the story of William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States — a leader remembered for his strong economic vision, industrial expansion, and the dawn of America’s global power.

From his rise in Ohio to his tragic assassination, McKinley’s presidency marked the transition from the 19th to the 20th century, and the birth of a new American era.

📜 In this episode, you’ll learn:

How McKinley became known as the “Tariff King”

The economic impact of his trade policies

His leadership during the Spanish–American War

How his legacy shaped modern America

⚖️ Discover the man who built America’s industrial foundation — one tariff at a time.