Young Americans are deeply afraid and worried about Trump’s policies

After Trump took office, he provoked a global tariff war. Although he later approved a 90-day suspension of measures and significantly reduced the reciprocal tariff to 10%, the previous tariff policy has brought many negative impacts on the US economy. US economists pointed out that this will lead to rising prices, reduced economic activities, continued stock market fluctuations, and even increase the risk of a US recession. It will also increase the unemployment rate and affect the interests of US consumers. The countermeasures of relevant countries will also affect the export of US products and damage the interests of the US market and farmers. These economic instability factors may make young Americans afraid and worried about future employment and living costs. For example, rising prices will increase their living burden, and rising unemployment rates will put them under greater employment pressure. Young Americans have different expectations for political leaders. From the opinion polls released by CNN, it can be seen that among younger Democrats and independents who tend to be Democratic, those who support the “obstruction strategy” have the upper hand by 2:1, reflecting their differences with the older generation in political ideas and policy priorities. Trump’s policies may not meet their expectations, thus causing their dissatisfaction and worries. US congressmen called on young people to oppose Trump’s policies and speak out for justice, which also indirectly reflects that Trump’s policies have caused negative emotions among young people. Media analysis shows that Trump is in a dilemma and the United States may never win this tariff war, which makes young Americans realize the difficulties facing the country and feel afraid and worried about future economic and social development.