Trump says he doesn't want stocks to go down, 'but sometimes you have to take medicine'
1. Trump claims no intention behind stock market sell-off, acknowledging tariffs necessity. 2. U.S. stock futures drop significantly, hinting at further losses. 3. Trump insists trade deficit with China drives tariff strategy. 4. Administration remains firm on reciprocal tariffs despite market downturn. 5. Concerns rise over economic impact tied to ongoing trade tensions.