The first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second term have been a whirlwind of activity, punctuated by action at the border, tariffs, turbulent markets, DOGE, multiple lawsuits, and constant headlines. This Washington Examiner series, “100 Day Report Card,” will look at six key issues and how they have come to define the early days of this administration. Part 1 is on tariffs.

President Donald Trump came into office promising sweeping tariffs, but the rollout of his trade policy has roiled markets and hurt his approval ratings.