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Trump Team Faces Recession Fears Amid Optimism

3/19/2025

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President Trump and his team are facing the reality of a potential recession, but they believe it could be manageable. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick insists that Trump's policies are “worth it,” while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasizes the need for a “detox period” for the economy, blending political optimism with economic challenges.

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President Trump and his team are facing the reality of a potential recession, but they believe it could be manageable. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick insists that Trump's policies are “worth it,” while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasizes the need for a “detox period” for the economy, blending political optimism with economic challenges.