From Doom to Boom: How Trump’s Tariffs Are Powering the U.S. Economy

Originally published by RealClear Politics

Six months ago, critics warned that President Donald Trump’s tariffs would crush the economy. They said Americans would face soaring prices and crashing markets. The reality? As we near the end of 2025, the story looks very different. Growth is up, markets are strong, and strategic onshore opportunities are emerging. Let’s break it down.

Tariffs are boosting revenue.

Rather than dragging the economy down, tariffs have become a colossal source of revenue. Tariff collections hit $100 billion in the first half of fiscal 2025, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection expects that figure to eclipse $300 billion by the end of the year. That money is helping real Americans – supporting military families and making sure our service members receive their paychecks on time during the government shutdown.

Tariffs are solving America’s trade problems.

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