Donald Trump's Policies Devastate U.S. Tourism, Costing Billions

Decline in International Tourism

• ✈️ International travelers are reportedly avoiding the United States, citing Donald Trump as the primary reason for their decision.
• 🇩🇪 Examples include a German national detained for 16 days and an Australian deported despite having a working visa, with officials reportedly referencing Trump's return.
• 🇬🇧 The Guardian reports a significant drop in European travel to the U.S. under Trump's influence.

Economic Impact on U.S. Businesses

• 📉 Canadian tourism to the U.S. has seen a 70% decline, impacting border towns like Kennebunk, Maine, which rely heavily on Canadian visitors.
• 💰 The World Travel and Tourism Council projects the U.S. will lose $12.5 billion in travel revenue this year, making it the only analyzed country with a projected decline.
• 📈 International visitor spending is expected to fall by 7% from 2024 and 22% from pre-pandemic peaks, with a potential recovery to 2019 levels not expected until 2030.
• 📊 Businesses like Starline Tours in Los Angeles report a 29-30% drop in bookings, with clients citing feelings of unsafety and unwelcomeness.

Trump's Response and International Relations

• 🗣️ When asked about the tourism decline, Trump attributed it to