President Trump has generally pursued a set of policies that weaken the economies of the United States and Maine. The President’s second year shows no signs of reversing course, and a potential oil supply shock could drive prices even higher.
March 16, 2026
Maine Center for Economic Policy: 6 Ways President Trump Is Shaping Maine’s Economy in His First Year
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