Trump calls cargo slowdown a “good thing.” Economists say no

Trump calls cargo slowdown a “good thing.” Economists say no

Asked about declining cargo traffic at U.S. ports, President Donald Trump recently called it “a good thing.” Economists say he’s wrong.

Economic Ripple Effects: US Cargo Traffic Decline Hurts More Than It Saves - Real News Now

The current slump in cargo passage through United States ports doesn’t signify that fewer losses are being incurred, contrary to the President’s point of view. He remarked during a press conference on April 9, 2025, that the downward trend in cargo traffic is constructive. The reality however, as economists have highlighted, poses significant detriment to employees in the transportation sector, specifically those involved in port operations and …