United States of America's New Economic Policies in 2025: Strategic Shift or Self-Inflicted Wound? Introduction In 2025, the United States has undergone a dramatic reconfiguration of its economic policies under President Donald Trump’s renewed leadership. At the heart of this shift is the revived “America First” doctrine — a philosophy rooted in economic nationalism, trade protectionism, and unilateralism. While aimed at reinforcing national sovereignty and economic independence, these policies have raised questions: Has America isolated itself economically? Did the U.S. fire a shot into its own foot by disrupting global supply chains? And does “America First” now translate to “America Alone”? Understanding the 'America First' Agenda The “America First” doctrine is structured around prioritizing American industries, jobs, and borders. This means reshaping trade deals, imposing tariffs, and curbing immigration to supposedly “level the playing field” for U.S. workers an...