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Trump’s trade war may still tank the economy (www.huffpost.com)

submitted 2 weeks ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/28080059

Summary

Despite a temporary pause on some tariffs, economists warn Trump's trade war continues to pose serious risks to the U.S. economy.

Current import taxes now exceed levels seen during the 1930s Great Depression. A Yale analysis estimates a $2.4 trillion tax increase over 10 years, costing households $4,400 more.

Tariffs on Chinese imports have reached 145%, driving up prices and investor anxiety. Markets briefly surged after Trump’s announcement but quickly fell again.

Critics highlight Trump’s deep misunderstanding of trade mechanics and fear long-term economic damage from persistent uncertainty.

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[–] [email protected] 12 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

Running the country like one of his businesses; into the ground...

[–] [email protected] 9 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

I would argue that part of the reason his companies bankrupted is because he tried to make as much money for himself as possible. Similar to what he is doing to en entire country right now. Maximising his own profit, just like squeezing a fruit completely dry.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 weeks ago

And why he keeps suing his debtors out of existence...