Companies rushed to buy imports before Trump's tariffs could take effect, causing a decline in gross domestic product in first quarter

The U.S. economy contracted in the first quarter, weighed down by a deluge of goods imported by businesses eager to avoid higher costs, underscoring the disruptive nature of President Donald Trump's often chaotic tariff policy.

Some say the situation is a result of temporary conditions. However, as the impacts come from Trump administration policies, it’s far from clear how long this might last.