middleclassimpact

#TrumpTariffs
President Trump’s renewed tariff threats—25–40% on imports from allies like Japan and South Korea, plus 10% on BRICS—mark a return to aggressive trade tactics targeting perceived imbalances. Markets have largely shrugged off these so‑called “Schrödinger’s Tariffs,” betting on diplomatic delay
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. But analysts warn middle‑class households and U.S. firms face real costs—some $82 billion to employers and ~$2,300 per household—while GDP growth could slow by ~0.7 pts and unemployment edge higher
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. With an August 1 deadline looming, uncertainty persists, even as Trump uses tariffs as negotiating leverage.

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