Why Trump’s Tariffs Won’t Shrink America’s $37T Debt, Say Economists
Economists say Trump’s tariffs to pay down America’s $37T debt—and promise a “dividend”—are too small to make a real dent.
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Economists say Trump’s tariffs to pay down America’s $37T debt—and promise a “dividend”—are too small to make a real dent.
Economist Michael Strain warns tariffs are driving U.S. inflation above the Fed’s target, with the full impact yet to unfold.
Yale Budget Lab president Natasha Sarin warns US tariffs shift resources to less productive sectors, raise prices, and stifle growth for a persistently smaller economy.
Sen. Cantwell warns Trump’s tariff revenue isn’t profit—it’s an unconstitutional tax on American citizens, draining money straight from their pockets.
Tariffs are squeezing US automakers, slashing profits and adding $2,000–$3,000 to each car. Price hikes could push average new-car cost above $50K by year-end.
India slammed the U.S. after Washington slapped 50% tariffs on its exports, promising to defend farmers and consider countermeasures in a heated trade dispute.
Modi vows to protect Indian farmers’ welfare, promising to pay a heavy price, after the U.S. imposes a record 50% tariff on Indian goods.
President Trump announced a 100% tariff on semiconductor imports from countries not building in the U.S., aiming to boost domestic chip manufacturing and reshape global supply chains.
Ontario vegetable growers face higher costs and uncertainty as tariff-related fees bite, despite USMCA exemptions.
New data reveals U.S. lawmakers profiting from tariffs while inflation rises, sparking a rare bipartisan push to curb conflicts of interest.