Trump's Economic Policies Could Trigger Recession, Economists Warn

Trump's proposed tariffs, especially on China, risk severely damaging the U.S. and global economies by decoupling the two largest economies.

Even conservative economists warn the tariffs could cut imports, shrink the economy, slash exports if other countries retaliate.

Tariffs would likely accelerate inflation, which the Fed just managed to get under control. Trump could try replacing Powell.

Trump's other plans like mass deportations and tax cuts would also stoke inflation and potentially trigger a recession.

Paying off debt while cutting taxes, as Trump proposes, would require massive cuts to federal spending that would be disastrous for the economy.