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Amid political turmoil and economic uncertainty, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren has launched a strong attack on former President Donald Trump, accusing him of manipulating markets through erratic tariff policies. While Trump’s recent 90-day tariff pause offered some temporary relief to financial markets, his inconsistent tariff decisions, especially the unpredictable hike on Chinese goods, have sent shockwaves through the economy.
I'm calling for an investigation into whether President Trump manipulated the market to benefit his Wall Street donors—all while working people and small businesses paid the price.
— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) April 9, 2025
Did Trump help insiders cash in on his tariff flip-flopping? It sure looks like corruption. pic.twitter.com/5QZ1X5YOpz
Allegations of Corruption and Market Manipulation
Warren is calling for an independent investigation into Trump’s tariff decisions, claiming they were strategically designed to benefit his wealthy Wall Street allies. She accuses Trump of using his erratic tariff changes not as economic strategy, but as a means of enriching insiders. Notably, the sudden jump in tariffs on Chinese goods from 105% to 125%, which blindsided markets, raised alarms. Simultaneously, Trump temporarily paused tariffs on other countries, easing market tensions before unleashing further volatility.
Warren suggests that these fluctuations were more than coincidental, implying they allowed well-connected insiders to “buy the dip” before prices rebounded. Her stance has intensified calls for accountability, with growing concerns about the broader implications for the economy.
Economic Uncertainty Grows
Warren argues that Trump’s flip-flopping tariff policies have undermined investor confidence, contributing to rising fears of recession and inflation. Manufacturing data has weakened, and job openings have softened, signaling a potential slowdown. Trump’s unclear tariff plans have left markets in flux, with investors and traders uncertain of what to expect next.
The growing instability has intensified political criticism, with Rep. Steven Horsford suggesting that the sudden tariff changes may have been timed to benefit the ultra-wealthy. Even former National Security Advisor John Bolton criticized Trump’s approach, stating it lacked coherence and might hurt U.S. relations with major trading partners.
The Road Ahead: Will Congress Act?
As political and economic tensions mount, all eyes are on Congress to determine whether they will act on Warren’s allegations. With market volatility at an all-time high, the call for an end to what Warren describes as “tariff chaos” is becoming louder. The future of U.S. economic policy hangs in the balance as the investigation into potential market manipulation looms.
JUST NOW: Rep Steven Horsford GRILLS Jamieson Greer on Donald Trump’s tariff reversal: “Is this market manipulation? If it’s not market manipulation, what is it? Who’s benefiting? What billionaire just got richer?” pic.twitter.com/Wfx8VlLemu
— Marco Foster (@MarcoFoster_) April 9, 2025
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