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President Trump's second term began with business leaders expecting tax cuts, deregulation, and increased deal-making. Instead, his protectionist trade policies, including significant tariffs and threats to the Federal Reserve's independence, have created market uncertainty. The S&P 500 has fallen approximately 8 percent in the first 100 days, mirroring the poor performance seen during President Ford's term amidst the Watergate scandal and economic crises. This downturn is largely attributed to Trump's trade policies.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.