paul krugman economic analysis
Did 2018 Tariffs Undermine Geopolitics or Strengthen It?
Answer: The 2018 US trade tariff act is not safeguarding American workers; it is accelerating a geopolitical backlash that will erode US influence worldwide. By weaponizing tariffs, Washington has traded short-term political points for long-term strategic losses. Since the act’s rollout, trade volumes have shifted, alliances have strained, and