April 3, 2025
In the media: Prof. James DeVault quoted in article about effects of Trump tariffs
James DeVault, professor of economics
James DeVault, professor of economics, was quoted in an April 2 LehighValleyNews.com article that presented reactions from local business leaders to the new round of tariffs announced by President Donald Trump.
DeVault told the local news outlet that he hasn’t seen anything like it in his 40 years as an international economist, noting that the president’s strategy is risky and could lead to retaliatory measures from China and the European Union.