特朗普关税有多“赚钱”？知名经济学家估算：每年3500亿美元

Core Insights - The U.S. government currently collects approximately $350 billion annually in tariff revenue, which is considered a significant amount [1][6] - This tariff revenue accounts for about 18% of annual household income tax payments, highlighting its importance as a revenue source in shaping the U.S. economy and trade landscape [3][6] Tariff Impact on Households - Tariffs, essentially taxes on imported goods, have been a controversial tool in U.S. economic policy, traditionally used to protect domestic industries or raise public funds [6] - The burden of tariffs is not evenly distributed, as economists believe that the costs are passed on to consumers, leading to increased prices for a range of products from electronics to household goods [6][7] - Tariffs act as an indirect tax on households, disproportionately affecting low-income families who spend a higher percentage of their income on everyday consumer goods [7][8] Implications for National Debt - The rise in tariff revenue is recognized as an important step towards managing the U.S. national debt, which stands at $37 trillion [9] - The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that this could help reduce the deficit by up to $4 trillion over the next decade, although experts caution against overestimating the ability of tariffs to significantly reduce the deficit [10] - While tariff revenues are substantial, they represent only a small part of the funding needed to fully address the national debt, especially considering commitments to welfare programs and rising interest costs [10]