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Trump's Tariffs Cost 2,500 Jobs Per State, Hurt Economy

3/23/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs harmed U.S. international relations and the economy, causing job losses across 45 states.
Since the “Liberation Day” tariff announcement, blue-collar job creation lagged Biden's performance, with over 2,500 jobs lost per state.
Manufacturing investment declined due to higher production costs and repeal of tax incentives.
Under Biden, March 2023 manufacturing construction reached a record high, with a 78 percent year-over-year investment increase.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs harmed U.S. international relations and the economy, causing job losses across 45 states.
Since the “Liberation Day” tariff announcement, blue-collar job creation lagged Biden's performance, with over 2,500 jobs lost per state.
Manufacturing investment declined due to higher production costs and repeal of tax incentives.
Under Biden, March 2023 manufacturing construction reached a record high, with a 78 percent year-over-year investment increase.