In an exclusive interview with NBC News, President Donald Trump claimed credit for the ‘good parts’ of the economy while attributing the ‘bad parts’ to former President Joe Biden’s policies. Trump defended his tariffs amidst economic uncertainty, stating that their effects are just beginning to take hold. ‘Ultimately, I take responsibility for everything, but I’ve only been here for a little more than three months,’ Trump remarked. He emphasized that tariffs would enrich the country, asserting, ‘We’re going to be a very rich country.’ Trump has previously attempted to shift blame to his predecessor, recently placing the burden of the first-quarter U.S. economic contraction on Biden. During the interview, Trump reiterated his belief that children do not need excessive quantities of items like dolls or pencils, dismissing concerns about potential supply shortages. He downplayed the possibility of long-term negative impacts from tariffs on the U.S. economy, insisting that the nation is in a transition period and will eventually thrive. — new from CNBC
