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The Trump 2.0 economy

Nov 8, 2024
In this week's "Make Me Smart" newsletter, we explore how President-elect Donald Trump's campaign promises could shape the U.S. economy over the next four years.
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U.S. importers seek to load up ahead of tariffs

Nov 7, 2024
It’s unclear when or if tariffs are coming, but some businesses are increasing their overseas orders ahead of Trump's inauguration.
If President-elect Donald Trump keeps his campaign promise on tariffs, businesses would have to pay higher taxes and would likely pass those costs down to consumers.
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More tariffs may be coming under Trump

Nov 6, 2024
Here's what tariffs on goods from China and elsewhere have already meant for businesses and consumers since his first term.
In the past, tariffs have raised prices for American consumers and businesses.
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As Election Day nears, farmers wonder what's ahead with tariffs

Nov 4, 2024
Trump’s proposed tariffs would extend to most U.S. trading partners. American agricultural exports are a favorite target for retaliation.
Donald Trump has called for sweeping tariffs in his bid to be reelected president.
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What to know about Harris and Trump’s tariff campaign promises

Nov 4, 2024
American consumers bear the brunt of tariffs — despite what the former president has said on the campaign trail.
Former president Donald Trump speaks at a campaign event in Raleigh, North Carolina, the day before the 2024 election. At this rally, Trump announced that if elected he would impose tariffs on goods from Mexico to pressure the nation into securing the border it shares with the U.S.
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U.S. solar manufacturing is at a crossroads

Oct 29, 2024
Some U.S. solar panel makers are pro tariffs on Chinese-made materials. Others say the industry can't meet demand without imported products.
The U.S. solar industry is divided on what tariff policy is ideal for the green energy transition.
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A "temperature check" on U.S.-China economic relations

We talked with Jay Shambaugh of the Treasury Department, leader of the most recent U.S.-China Economic Working Group meeting.
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Economic issues take the stage during the presidential debate

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris sparred over various topics, including tariffs and inflation.
Tariffs and the Affordable Care Act were two issues that received airtime during the presidential debate.
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For this hog farmer, uncertainty in Washington is top of mind

Will there be a new Farm Bill this year? Will the Federal Reserve cut interest rates? These are a few of the questions top of mind for Brian Duncan, farmer and president of the Illinois Farm Bureau.
Brian Duncan at his hog farm Polo, Illinois
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