Trump's Tariff Message: I'm in Charge of the Economic Agenda.

The article discusses President-elect Donald Trump's economic agenda, focusing on his choice of Treasury secretary and the potential impact of tariffs on trade relationships with Canada, Mexico, and China. Market-friendly appointments initially brought relief to investors, but Trump's announcement of tariffs raised concerns about his disruptive populist approach. The article highlights the importance of Trump's own decisions in shaping economic policy, despite the influence of his economic team. The potential consequences of tariffs on international trade and the challenges of meeting deficit reduction targets are also explored. [Extracted from the article]