You're the one who is misleading people. Putin continues to play Trump and Trump's berating of Zelenskyy in the WH was shameful ANP pleasing to Putin; Russian missile attacks subsequent to that meeting have increased to the point of 'upsetting' Trump.
The consequences for the Iran bombing have not fully played out.
Neither have the consequences for Trump's magical thinking about Tariffs, RFK Jr's junk science based decisions and Noem's increasingly indiscriminate/unlawful dragnets of citizens amongst illegals played out
Is Trump right about countries 'running over us' economically and in other ways?
Donald Trump’s claim that other countries are “running over us” economically does not fully align with available economic data or the broader consensus among economists. Here’s a nuanced look at the facts:
U.S. Remains the Largest Economy: In 2025, the United States has the world’s largest economy by GDP (over $30 trillion), far ahead of China ($19.2 trillion) and other nations. The U.S. also leads in innovation, technology, and corporate profitability, especially in sectors like technology and services.
Growth Comparisons: U.S. economic growth in 2024 was 2.8%, while China’s was 5%. However, the U.S. enjoys a much higher GDP per capita ($86,600 versus China’s $13,445), reflecting higher living standards and productivity.
Trade and Tariffs: Trump’s aggressive tariff policies have sparked global trade tensions and protectionism, raising costs for American consumers and businesses. Multiple sources highlight that these tariffs act as a tax on Americans, leading to higher prices for goods like cars, electronics, and clothing, while not necessarily benefiting U.S. manufacturing or reversing trade deficits. The overall U.S. tariff level is now the highest since the 1930s.
Prices and Inflation: Claims by Trump that prices (gas, groceries, etc.) have gone down are demonstrably false. Consumer prices continue to rise, and inflation remains above pre-pandemic averages, though not at extraordinary levels. Tariff-induced cost increases are being passed on to American households, with some estimates suggesting an extra $5,000 in annual expenses per household due to recent policies.
Global Influence and Policy Risks: While some countries are “acceding” to U.S. tariff pressure (EU, Japan), these concessions come at the cost of global economic growth, with experts warning of lost investment, disrupted supply chains, and a less predictable global trading environment.
In summary, while the U.S. faces challenges—such as slower growth than some emerging markets, rising inequality, and global competition in manufacturing—it is not accurate to say the country is being “run over” economically. The U.S. remains the dominant global economic power, and many of the current risks to growth are a result of recent protectionist policies rather than foreign actions. Inflation and cost pressures that Americans feel are more attributable to domestic policy choices and global trends, not simply the actions of foreign countries.
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