Unintended Consequences of Populist Policies

This chapter examines the adverse effects of state actions on immigrants and citizens, critiquing the gap between political promises and reality during the Trump administration. It highlights the misalignment of policies intended to benefit American workers, particularly the role of tariffs and immigration policies that inadvertently harm small businesses. The discussion raises questions about the motivations behind these policies, weighing the implications of populist rhetoric against the backdrop of corporate interests and political failures.