How Trump's tariffs are shaping the economy What kind of economy is President Trump trying to bring about through the use and threat of tariffs? NPR's Ayesha Rascoe discusses possible Trump goals with White House reporter, Danielle Kurtzleben. Ayesha Rascoe
One of Trump's executive orders could affect the independence of the Federal Reserve Trump signed an executive order to make sure agencies follow the president's priorities. But it only applies to the Federal Reserve's role in safeguarding the financial system, not monetary policy. Darian Woods
Trump says the economy is in 'transition.' What comes next? The president says we're in a transition period and tariffs will remake the economy for the better. Economist Matthew Slaughter tells NPR's Ailsa Chang he thinks they're a recipe for long-term pain. Ailsa Chang
Why CEOs are calm about tariffs in public — but 'very discouraged' in private Business leaders are trying to engage in a delicate diplomacy with the White House — even as their companies brace for the impact of market volatility and tariffs. Maria Aspan
Washington state industries and consumers brace for tariff impacts Washington State Department of Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn told KUOW’s Paige Browning about his concerns for the state’s economy. Paige Browning
As global tariff tensions rise, here's the latest on U.S. trade with top partners President Trump has upended global markets by imposing tariffs on imports from several of America's top trading partners. Here's what to know. Rebecca Rosman
Trump threatens a 200% tariff on European alcohol European wines, champagne and other beverages could face heavy tariffs if Trump follows through with this threat. Jaclyn Diaz
Inflation eased in February, but it's still too high for comfort Consumer prices in February were up 2.8% from a year ago. That's a smaller annual increase than the previous month. But the president's trade war could put more upward pressure on prices. Scott Horsley
Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum are set to start tomorrow President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum, starting Wednesday. The move could help domestic steel and aluminum makers but raise prices for everyone else. Scott Horsley
As Trump downplays economic fears, this data shows people feel differently Economists look for signs that a recession may be approaching by monitoring consumer confidence and business sentiment — two indicators of uncertainty. Scott Neuman