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Trump's Trade Wars Trigger 4.8% S&P Plunge, Wisconsin Struggles

4/4/2025

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U.S. farmers and businesses are feeling the sting of President Trump's trade wars, as market turmoil sends the S&P 500 plummeting by 4.8%. With recession and inflation fears looming, Wisconsin's economy grapples with the fallout of new tariffs, jeopardizing vital imports and exports. State officials are racing to preserve international trade ties in these turbulent times.

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Story summary

U.S. farmers and businesses are feeling the sting of President Trump's trade wars, as market turmoil sends the S&P 500 plummeting by 4.8%. With recession and inflation fears looming, Wisconsin's economy grapples with the fallout of new tariffs, jeopardizing vital imports and exports. State officials are racing to preserve international trade ties in these turbulent times.