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Trump Celebrates Laffer's Praise Amid Tariff Controversy

12/13/2025

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On December 13, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump praised economist Arthur Laffer for calling him "the greatest President in history."
Trump referenced Laffer's endorsement of tariffs, saying they are "working in a big way."
There is no official record of Laffer's exact remarks.
Laffer previously raised concerns about Trump's tariffs potentially harming the economy, yet has remained supportive of Trump's agenda.

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On December 13, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump praised economist Arthur Laffer for calling him "the greatest President in history."
Trump referenced Laffer's endorsement of tariffs, saying they are "working in a big way."
There is no official record of Laffer's exact remarks.
Laffer previously raised concerns about Trump's tariffs potentially harming the economy, yet has remained supportive of Trump's agenda.