Economic Policy Archives

April 10, 2025
International
World

How Trump’s tariff expert Peter Navarro made up a fake expert for his book ‘Death by China’ | World News

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro arrives before President Donald Trump speaks during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden of the White House, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) In the crowded theatre of Trump-era political performance, few characters are as darkly comedic—or as instructive—as Ron Vara, a […]

April 2, 2025
International
World

Has commerce secretary Lutnick’s controversial moves jeopardized Trump’s tariffs?

President Donald Trump with Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick (AP/ File photo) Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has found himself at the center of growing frustration within the Trump administration as President Donald Trump prepares to implement his “Liberation Day” strategy, which includes the launch of reciprocal tariffs. According to the New York Post, sources close […]