President Donald Trump appeared to dismiss growing concerns that his economic policies could cause a recession, telling NBC News that the economy would be “OK” in the long term even if a recession happens in the near future.

President Donald Trump on Friday downplayed the risk and impact of a possible recession as a result of the trade war he started with most of the developed world last month and said the American economy would be better than ever as a result of his trade policies.

New York Times political correspondent Maggie Haberman brushed off President Trump’s lack of concern about the prospects of a recession, calling it a “front.” During a Friday

Three sources tell NBC News that National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Deputy National Security Advisor Alex Wong are expected to leave their positions in the White House. Former CIA Director John Brennan,

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to defund PBS and NPR, claiming they exhibit bias. Public broadcasters plan to challenge the order, calling it unlawful and citing the essential services they provide.