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Trump's Tariffs Fuel Economic Anxiety and Disapproval

8/24/2025

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President Trump's approval rating is at 38%, with 61% disapproving of his tariffs, which are increasing economic anxiety.
Small business owners report financial strain due to tariffs, challenging Trump's assertion that foreign countries bear the costs.
Auto industry workers express concerns about job security and rising living costs, emphasizing the tariffs' adverse effects on local economies.

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Story summary

President Trump's approval rating is at 38%, with 61% disapproving of his tariffs, which are increasing economic anxiety.
Small business owners report financial strain due to tariffs, challenging Trump's assertion that foreign countries bear the costs.
Auto industry workers express concerns about job security and rising living costs, emphasizing the tariffs' adverse effects on local economies.