NBC4 Washington

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Last mentioned: Mar 24, 2026

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Trump Economic Agenda Accelerates U.S. Wealth Concentration in 2026

The U.S. wealth gap has widened to historic levels as the second Trump administration's policies on tax extensions and aggressive tariffs take full effect. While capital owners benefit from deregulation and corporate relief, lower-income households face rising costs from regressive trade policies.

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