Trump's Only-Okay Economy
Briefly

Trump's presidency is characterized by promises to transform the U.S. economy through immediate price reductions, energy deregulation, and tariffs aimed at boosting domestic production and employment. He claimed these strategies would lead to prosperity, while critics warned of economic catastrophe and disruption to global trade. After five months in office, the economy showed little change, with unemployment steady at 4.2% and inflation at 2.4%, indicating that promised effects have yet to materialize despite his bold predictions.
Trump's presidency would dramatically impact the U.S. economy. He promised to bring prices down starting on Day One with deregulation and energy production.
His tariffs were framed as a means to enrich the U.S. and bring back businesses, while his immigration policies aimed to lower housing costs and create jobs.
Critics warned that Trump's tariff rates would lead to disaster and an economic catastrophe, disrupting the global trading order.
After five months, the economy has changed little. Unemployment remains steady at 4.2%, and inflation is stable at 2.4%, with slight growth expected.
Read at The Atlantic
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