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Adding a layer of complexity to this policy shift, the U.S. Labor Department released its July jobs report, revealing that the economy created only 73,000 jobs during the month. This figure fell short of economists' expectations and suggests that American businesses remain cautious amid the uncertainty surrounding Trump's trade policies.
The job creation numbers indicate a slowdown in employment growth, possibly reflecting business hesitation to invest or hire amidst tariff uncertainties and tense trade negotiations. Such signs suggest that while the administration promotes tariffs as a means to protect and stimulate the economy, there may be underlying strains that could curb economic momentum.