As global stock markets suffer sharp losses following escalating tariff tensions, President Donald Trump was seen golfing at his West Palm Beach resort, drawing criticism from both political analysts and members of his own administration.
CNN political analyst Maggie Haberman remarked that several of Trump’s advisers are growing increasingly frustrated with his decision to spend the day golfing while markets plunged and investor fears surged. The downturn comes in the wake of Trump’s sweeping tariff hike on Chinese goods, which triggered a severe market sell-off and prompted China to retaliate with steep tariffs of its own.
Haberman emphasized the contrast between the gravity of the economic situation and the president’s casual public posture, noting that his lack of visible engagement could damage his credibility during a time of financial instability.
The incident has sparked broader concerns about the administration’s handling of economic policy and its potential long-term impact on both domestic and global markets.
