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Fox Guests Challenge Trump's 4-5% Economic Growth Projections

4/11/2026

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On April 9, 2026, Fox programs projected 4-5% growth for the U.S. economy under U.S. President Donald Trump, citing National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett.
Hassett asserted that Trump's policies would lead to a "golden age" of growth.
On April 10, 2026, two guests on Fox Business' Mornings with Maria challenged the projection.
Despite Hassett's confidence in over 3% growth, skepticism emerged regarding the feasibility of such claims.

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Story summary

On April 9, 2026, Fox programs projected 4-5% growth for the U.S. economy under U.S. President Donald Trump, citing National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett.
Hassett asserted that Trump's policies would lead to a "golden age" of growth.
On April 10, 2026, two guests on Fox Business' Mornings with Maria challenged the projection.
Despite Hassett's confidence in over 3% growth, skepticism emerged regarding the feasibility of such claims.