President Donald Trump had the economic wind at his back at the start of the year: falling mortgage rates, relatively low inflation and cheap oil and gas.
His war with Iran threatens to undermine all of that.
The Middle East conflict could inflict deep and far-reaching economic pain on Americans – particularly if the war persists. That’s a scary thought for the millions struggling with the high cost of living, and it could present a significant political liability for Trump and Republicans in this year’s midterm elections.
No one knows how long this war will last. If the United States ends its conflict