President Trump’s political momentum will face major tests this week as Democrats try to turn down-ballot races into a referendum on the White House. A State Supreme Court election in Wisconsin on Tuesday is seen as an indicator of support for Mr. Trump, particularly after significant spending by Elon Musk and groups he funds on behalf of his preferred candidate. In Florida, a competitive race for a deep-red House seat could influence the outcome of the presidential election.
The White House hopes victories in these races will solidify Mr. Trump’s grip on the Republican Party, which holds a narrow majority in the House. The president is also expected to reveal details of his reciprocal tariff plan, dubbed “Liberation Day,” despite concerns from investors that it could fuel inflation and slow consumer spending.
Despite these worries, White House officials are optimistic about the plan’s benefits for American workers. Mr. Trump has expressed confidence that the tariffs will help break free from unfair trade practices, which he argues have harmed the country for decades. However, the president acknowledges that rising consumer prices could be a concern, and investors will be closely watching the scheduled release of a monthly report on the health of the US jobs market.
Additionally, Mr. Trump has set expectations for reaching an agreement to keep TikTok running in the United States, which is critical for building support among young voters. The president’s administration faces a deadline to sell the app by Saturday or face a ban under a law passed last year.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/31/us/politics/trump-florida-wisconsin-tariffs.html