Is Trump purposely trying to trigger a recession?

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• Trump's new tariffs may disrupt economic recovery and increase consumer prices — by design.
• "It's definitely not some sort of fringe conspiracy theory," said Ben McMillan of IDX Advisors.
• Slower growth could mean lower interest rates and a more manageable national debt load.

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