Trump Stands Firm on Trade Policies Despite Economic Warnings

In a revealing interview with The Atlantic, US President Donald Trump dismissed the idea that any specific market downturn would lead him to alter his trade policies. "It always affects you a little bit," Trump admitted, but emphasized there's no "certain number" that would compel a change in his approach.

Wall Street's Concerns Overlooked

The Atlantic highlighted how Trump pushed back against the common Wall Street belief that financial instability—such as plummeting markets or the threat of a recession—would influence his tariff policies. "There's no red line," Trump stated, underscoring his determination to stay the course regardless of economic pressures.

Controversial Interview Sparks Interest

Trump agreed to the interview with Jeffrey Goldberg, The Atlantic's editor-in-chief, "out of curiosity," following previous controversies with the outlet. This came after criticism from US security officials over Goldberg's inclusion in a Signal group chat discussing Yemen military operations, adding another layer of intrigue to the conversation.