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Fueled by President Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies and recession warnings, the stock market experienced significant losses this week. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all fell sharply, with the Nasdaq entering correction territory, down 13% since February 19th. Big Tech stocks, including Nvidia and Tesla, suffered the most substantial declines, contributing to a collective 21% drop in the “magnificent seven” tech giants since December. This downturn reflects investor anxieties surrounding policy uncertainty and the increased likelihood of a recession.
The Trump team’s new economic message, “no pain, no gain,” is a stark shift from previous promises of prosperity and economic growth. It’s a calculated pivot, acknowledging the very real economic hardship many Americans are experiencing, but framing it as a necessary sacrifice for some greater, unspecified good.
This message is not about shared sacrifice or equitable distribution of burdens; rather, it’s a thinly veiled justification for policies that disproportionately benefit the wealthy. The inherent contradiction is glaring: while the average American faces potential job losses, inflation, and increased costs of living, the ultimate goal is to extend massive tax breaks to the wealthy.… Continue reading
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President-elect Trump plans to impose significant tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada, and China upon taking office, claiming this will combat drug trafficking and illegal immigration. Numerous economic studies predict these tariffs will dramatically increase prices for consumers, potentially costing American households thousands of dollars and shrinking the national economy. Despite these analyses, Trump appears determined to proceed, using tariffs as a bargaining chip or potentially intending to inflict economic harm. Experts disagree on whether this is a genuine policy or a negotiating tactic, but the potential for immediate economic consequences remains high.
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