Trump's Tariffs: How Trade Wars Are Dragging Down the Global Economy

President Donald Trump's unprecedented tariff policies in 2025 have triggered the most severe global trade disruption since the 1930s, with import duties soaring from 2.5% to as high as 145% on Chinese goods. This comprehensive analysis examines how these sweeping trade measures are dragging down global economic growth, sparking international retaliation, and threatening to push the world economy into recession. From automotive industry layoffs to consumer price inflation, discover the far-reaching impacts of America's new protectionist agenda and what it means for businesses, consumers, and the future of international trade.