英国经济专家：特朗普的计划是先摧毁美国民众的生活，再摧毁中国

Group 1 - Trump's aggressive tariff policies aimed at revitalizing American manufacturing have led to increased costs for consumers, with household expenses rising by hundreds of dollars monthly due to a 25% tariff on Chinese goods, contributing to inflation rates climbing from 3% to 4.5% [1][3] - The automotive industry faced significant challenges, with General Motors delaying new car launches and a reduction in worker overtime, while agricultural exports, particularly soybeans, dropped by 40%, severely impacting farmers' incomes [3][4] - The trade war has resulted in a 15% decline in U.S. agricultural exports to China, with Brazil and Argentina filling the market gap, leading to a 10% increase in bankruptcy rates among small businesses in the U.S. [4][6] Group 2 - The U.S. economy has shown signs of contraction, with GDP growth expectations dropping from 2% to 1.6%, as domestic demand weakens and consumer confidence declines by 15% [4][13] - The trade war has led to a net loss of 70,000 manufacturing jobs, with many workers transitioning to lower-paying service jobs, while the unemployment rate increased from 4% to 4.4% [3][12] - By the end of 2025, the inflation contribution from tariffs reached 1.5%, and investment willingness among businesses significantly decreased, while the U.S. manufacturing index fell below 50, indicating economic shrinkage [10][11] Group 3 - Trump's tariffs have resulted in a 25% increase in battery costs for electric vehicles, slowing down the U.S. renewable energy sector and prompting consumers to shift towards public transportation [10] - The overall trade deficit only decreased by 11%, while exports fell by 18%, indicating a persistent economic struggle for the U.S. [11] - The trade policies have led to a significant decline in consumer quality of life, with rising protest sentiments and political crises brewing as Trump's approval ratings fell below 40% [12][15]