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Trump's Legal Woes Fuel Fears of Reckless Tariff Escalation

5/31/2025

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Donald Trump is grappling with legal troubles and a tarnished reputation, raising fears he might escalate his tariff war, risking further damage to his presidency. After a recent court defeat, Wall Street traders taunt him with "Trump Always Chickens Out." His allies are anxious that his desire to avoid looking weak could drive him to make reckless choices as he clings to his tariff plans.

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Donald Trump is grappling with legal troubles and a tarnished reputation, raising fears he might escalate his tariff war, risking further damage to his presidency. After a recent court defeat, Wall Street traders taunt him with "Trump Always Chickens Out." His allies are anxious that his desire to avoid looking weak could drive him to make reckless choices as he clings to his tariff plans.