Michigan Economy Takes a Hit: The First Casualty of Trump's Trade War
2025-04-07
The Wall Street Journal
The trade war sparked by President Trump is having a devastating impact on Michigan's economy, with companies and workers already feeling the effects. As the state's manufacturing industry is heavily reliant on international trade, the tariffs and trade restrictions imposed by the Trump administration are likely to blow a hole in Michigan's economy, causing widespread job losses and economic instability. With the state's automotive and agricultural sectors being particularly vulnerable, the consequences of the trade war could be severe, making Michigan the first victim of Trump's trade policies, affecting its economic growth and development, and potentially leading to a recession.