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How the Trump presidency could effect soccer in North America

What could a Donald Trump presidency do to soccer in the United States, Mexico, and Canada?

It’s important to note that this is all theory - the president-elect’s plans could best be described as nebulous, and have been subject to change suddenly and without warning.

Part of Mr. Trump’s campaign promises centered around the US economy, primarily promising tax cuts, increased infrastructure spending, and deregulation. According to an article in The New York Times, “That set of policies has led markets to expect speedier economic growth and thus higher interest rates in coming years.