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The focal point of the current media panic is the recent decline in Gross Domestic Product (GDP). After eleven consecutive quarters of positive growth, the announcement of a negative GDP figure has sparked fear and outrage. Critics are quick to blame the administration for the downturn, suggesting dire consequences for international relations and economic stability.
The Bureau of Economic Analysis' latest statistics indicated a negative GDP print for the first quarter of 2025, which the press eagerly jumped on. However, it's essential to look beyond the headlines and understand the underlying factors affecting this data.