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Trump acknowledged he could cause a recession, but just didn't want a depression, according to WSJ

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President Donald Trump was aware the economy could enter a recession, but wanted to avoid a depression, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

Kevin Hassett , director of the U.S. National Economic Council , told CNBC that the collapsing bond market contributed to Trump 's decision to walk back his trade policy.

Trump also told advisors that he was willing to accept "pain" over the tariffs.

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English

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