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.

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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