White House Economic Council Director defends Trump's trade policies amid global negotiations, downplays recession risks.

White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett recently defended President Trump's trade policies, stating that over 50 countries have engaged in negotiations w

White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett recently defended President Trump's trade policies, stating that over 50 countries have engaged in negotiations with the United States. Despite economists and political critics expressing concerns about the potential risks of a recession, Hassett minimized the impact on American consumers. The implementation of comprehensive tariffs has resulted in various retaliatory measures and heightened fears of an economic downturn.