How much is Donald Trump costing America’s economy? | The Economist (Level 1)

The American economy is doing well. But it could be better. Experts say the economy grew by about 2% in 2025. Without some new rules, it could have grown by almost 3%. Why did it slow down? There are three main reasons. First, new taxes on imported goods hurt businesses. Second, fewer immigrants came to work. Third, many business owners felt unsure about the future. They stopped spending money. Experts call this missing growth the "MAGA tax." So, why does the economy still look strong? The answer is Artificial Intelligence (AI). Big technology companies spent a lot of money on AI and new computer centers. This made the stock market go up. AI saved the economy from looking bad. However, normal people do not always feel this new wealth. The money from AI mostly helps big companies, not everyday workers.