Costs of War News

YES

YES

No

Trump understands some aspects but misunderstands the broader economic consequences

No, Trump is acting impulsively without understanding the economic implications

Trump is following advisors' strategies rather than his own understanding

Trump is deliberately creating uncertainty as a negotiation tactic

Yes

Yes, Trump has a clear strategy and understanding of his trade war goals

Trump understands the political benefits but not the economic impacts

Trump's understanding is evolving as the trade war progresses

NO