Trump’s Collision Course: His Pro-Growth, Protectionist Visions Are at Odds

Tax cuts and lower energy costs vs. punishing tariffs and retaliatory measures for Americans who dare to manufacture abroad.

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President Trump is shown on screens as he addresses the 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum at Davos, Switzerland. Laurent Gillieron/Keystone via AP

At last week’s World Economic Forum at Davos, Switzerland, President Trump mixed compelling pro-growth talking points with his signature streak of aggressive protectionism. It’s safe to say that these two ideas are officially on a collision course.

On one hand, Mr. Trump insists that “America is back and open for business.” His promises to make America a 15 percent corporate-tax haven and lower energy costs are signs of this commitment.

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