Summary
Trump’s trade wars and tariffs are hitting his own voters the hardest, with retaliatory levies from China, Canada, and Europe targeting industries in Trump-supporting states.
A New York Times analysis found that nearly 8 million Americans, mostly Trump voters, work in affected sectors like farming, steel, and manufacturing.
While some remain loyal, others are voicing frustration over job losses and economic strain. States like Kentucky, Wisconsin, and Indiana are particularly vulnerable.
Cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security could further impact Trump’s base.
Did you even read my comment to the end before writing that?
Yep. I agree with the idea that autocracy is worse, but I couldn’t disagree more that “anyone can handle 4 years of economic distress”
I think what the person meant is a lot of people in the US are one or two paychecks from losing their housing and have virtually no savings.