Trump Tariffs Heighten Global Economic Fragility
Overview Donald J. Trump began his second term in the white house upon assuming the office as the President of the United States in January 2025 after attaining victory against his opponent Kamala Harris. Shortly after returning to presidency, Trump moved quickly towards his trade and economic agendas. These sets of agendas resulted in executive […]
Trump’s Century-High Tariffs Reshape Global Trade and U.S. Economy
In August 2025, the United States is experiencing its most significant tariff escalation in over a century. According to recent economic data, U.S. consumers now face an average effective tariff rate of 20.2%—the highest since 1911. Even when accounting for changes in consumer purchasing patterns, the adjusted rate stands at 19.4%, the steepest since 1933. […]
