Figure 2

Repealing tariff revenue does not alter the deficit trend

Current law deficit as percent of GDP

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Sources: Tax Policy Center Table T25-0376, Congressional Budget Office, author's calculations.

Note: Baseline is current law including OBBBA and all tariffs through November 20, 2025. Alternative removes IEEPA tariff revenue starting FY2026. Calculations account for interest cost.