Impromptu Trump’s math is just … no
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May 6, 2025 
Catherine Rampell, an Opinion columnist at The Washington Post, and Eduardo Porter, a member of the editorial board there, dive into the chaotic landscape of tariffs and trade wars. They humorously tackle Trump's economic predictions while questioning the real impact on American consumers. The discussion covers the complexities of Republican budget negotiations and the looming threat of recession, blending skepticism about current fiscal policies with cautious optimism about the future.
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Irony of Tariffs Illustrated
- Dana Milbank shares a humorous testament to the irony of tariffs by showing American cedar pencils made in China.
- He resolves to keep only one doll, an Anthony Fauci bobblehead, despite trade war sacrifices.
Tariff Impact Exaggeration
- Trump claims American children will get far fewer dolls and pencils due to tariffs, but these numbers seem exaggerated.
- This contrast highlights the disconnect between Trump's trade rhetoric and ordinary consumer reality.
Tariffs Yet to Bite Consumers
- Americans haven’t felt major tariff impacts yet but remain pessimistic about the future economic outlook.
- Employment appears stable now, but tariffs could damage jobs and growth in upcoming months.