Richard McKenzie

Dr. Richard McKenzie is the Gerken Professor of Economics, Emeritus at the University of California, Irvine’s Paul Merage School of Business. With a distinguished career in economics, McKenzie has been a vocal critic of tariffs, often debating their implications on free trade and economic efficiency. His insights into the complexities of trade policies have made him a significant figure in discussions surrounding the economic impact of President Trump's tariff strategies. Recently, he provided commentary on the Congressional Budget Office's surprising report regarding the financial effects of tariffs, highlighting the long-standing debate among economists about their efficacy and impact on revenue generation.