If Trump’s Economic Ideas Are So Bad, Why Isn’t the U.S. Economy Doing Much Worse?
Plain English with Derek Thompson
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Resilience Amidst Tariffs
This chapter analyzes the surprising resilience of the U.S. economy in light of Trump's tariff policies and rising interest rates. It discusses the complexities and delayed impacts of tariffs on consumer prices, manufacturing, and business investments, alongside the Federal Reserve's role in this intricate economic landscape. The conversation challenges traditional economic models and explores how these tariffs may create uncertainty, complicating the broader understanding of economic health.
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