The U.S. economy shrinks as Trump's tariffs spark recession fears

Trump promised a new "golden age" for the U.S. But his first 100 days in office have left the economy looking tarnished, with data showing the economy contracted in the first three months of the year.

Apr 30, 2025 - 16:06
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The U.S. economy shrinks as Trump's tariffs spark recession fears
A truck is about to cross the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor, Ontario to go to Detroit, Mich. on Feb. 3, 2025. The economy shrank in the first quarter of the year as President Trump

Trump promised a new "golden age" for the U.S. But his first 100 days in office have left the economy looking tarnished, with data showing the economy contracted in the first three months of the year.

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