Krugman: Trump Just Revealed Extraordinary Contempt for MAGA Voters

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Donald Trump announced a plan to lower beef prices by suspending tariffs on large beef imports, claiming they will be sold at a discount. However, he failed to specify the importing countries or the commitments secured. Paul Krugman argues this reveals that tariffs increase consumer prices, contradicting Trump's claims. Simultaneously, Trump is escalating a trade war with Canada through new tariffs, a move that may negatively impact farmers, ranchers, and voters within his own constituency.
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