Dogecoin founder Billy Markus recently sparked a heated debate on X (formerly Twitter) about the tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. Markus questioned whether Trump’s tariffs could be considered “stupid,” sparking strong reactions online.
Trump imposed tariffs to protect American industries and cut unemployment, with supporters claiming they help local businesses. However, Markus and others disagree. He pointed out that Trump’s approach often tries to solve multiple problems with tariffs, making it confusing.
The discussion took a political turn when Markus referenced Elon Musk’s claim that Trump’s involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein files might explain why documents remain unreleased. Musk warned that Trump’s tariffs could trigger a recession later this year, while Markus suggested the scandal and tariff policies could shake global financial markets.
As the US and China continued new trade talks, investors closely watched the market due to its increased volatility. Some argue that tariffs lead to higher prices and negatively impact international trade, while others believe they are necessary to safeguard American jobs.
Meanwhile, cryptocurrencies like TRUMP Coin face legal scrutiny due to their politically themed names. Markus promises to share his views on the matter, with further updates expected as the story unfolds.
Source: https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/06/06/dogecoin-founder-markus-calls-trumps-tariffs-stupid-on-x