In a hard-hitting analysis of President Donald Trump’s economic impact, veteran DC reporter Asawin Suebsaeng has laid bare the “colossally dumb” decisions that have set him apart as a uniquely ineffective leader during his time in office.

Using the platform BlueSky to share his insights, Suebsaeng underscored how the rising costs Americans face can be directly attributed to Trump’s policies, a reality that diverges sharply from historical precedent where presidents were often insulated from such blame.

Suebsaeng, a senior political correspondent for Zeteo with previous experience at Rolling Stone and The Daily Beast, emphatically conveyed the gravity of the situation: “I need younger generations to understand how weird it is that Trump is such a unique terrible f—- up that it’s actually correct to blame the president for a demonstrably s—- economy and costs.”

He elaborated on the unusual nature of Trump’s presidency, pointing out that traditionally, while presidents receive credit for prosperity, they are rarely held accountable for downturns due to external factors beyond their control. However, in Trump’s case, Suebsaeng argues, the connection is unmistakable.

“It is insanely funny that Trump is so colossally dumb that he found ways… to make it absolutely right and factual for you to blame him,” Suebsaeng stated. He went on to claim that many frustrations over increased prices—such as airline tickets and gas—are now correctly directed at Trump due to his own policy choices.

This assessment of Trump’s presidency comes at a time when inflation and rising consumer costs are prevalent concerns among voters. Suebsaeng pointed specifically to Trump’s trade wars, tariffs on imports, and aggressive foreign policy decisions as contributing factors to the current economic landscape.

While experts have long noted that economic trends are typically outside presidential control, Suebsaeng insists that Trump’s decisions have played a more direct role than any of his predecessors could have imagined.

“You can absolutely correctly yell at this president for your plane ticket, your gas prices, your homeowner insurance being much much more expensive,” Suebsaeng reiterated, highlighting the tangible effects of Trump’s economic actions on everyday American life.

Responses to Suebsaeng’s thread included remarks from former White House economist Aaron Sojourner, who added his perspective on Trump’s economic mismanagement. Sojourner expressed disappointment in Trump’s failure to maintain the economic recovery initiated under his predecessor, Joe Biden, after the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Our economy was ‘the envy of the world.’ We had stuck the soft landing,” Sojourner noted, referring to the positive economic conditions that Biden inherited. “All he had to do was run his first term playbook. Sit back and claim credit for the economic trends he inherited. But nope. Swerved us towards the ditch.”

This critique underscores a growing sentiment among economists and political analysts that Trump’s handling of the economy has not only marginalized his approval ratings but also raised serious concerns about his viability for a second term.

As the 2026 election approaches, the economic conditions will continue to be a focal point for voters, with inflation and the cost of living at the forefront of public discourse. Trump’s attempts to innovate solutions may fall flat as voters leverage the mounting economic grievances against him.

Thus far, Trump’s efforts to address these economic challenges—claiming he can rein in prices and restore economic stability—have been met with skepticism, especially in light of his track record.

Critics argue that instead of corrective measures, Trump’s policies deployed since taking office may have exacerbated existing problems, illustrating a deep divide between his administration’s goals and the lived realities of American families.

As tensions rise and challengers emerge ahead of the election, Trump’s legacy is becoming increasingly defined by these economic challenges, prompting defenders and critics alike to ponder how history will remember his time in office.

Ultimately, whether Trump can pivot and regain public support remains to be seen. Economists and political analysts will be closely monitoring how these issues unfold in the months leading up to the election. The stakes are high—not just for Trump, but for the American public grappling with the consequences of his economic decisions.