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Trump Warns of Possible Recession Amid Economic Shifts

3/13/2025

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President Trump acknowledged the possibility of a recession, attributing it to economic shifts from tariffs and government policies.
Recessions are marked by drops in GDP, employment, and consumer spending; the last U.S. recession was in early 2020.
Current economic indicators raise concerns, with GDP forecasts suggesting potential contraction.
Experts recommend reducing discretionary spending, lowering debt, and establishing emergency funds for financial preparedness.

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Story summary

President Trump acknowledged the possibility of a recession, attributing it to economic shifts from tariffs and government policies.
Recessions are marked by drops in GDP, employment, and consumer spending; the last U.S. recession was in early 2020.
Current economic indicators raise concerns, with GDP forecasts suggesting potential contraction.
Experts recommend reducing discretionary spending, lowering debt, and establishing emergency funds for financial preparedness.