#TrumpTariffs Former President Donald Trump's tariffs were a key part of his "America First" trade policy. Beginning in 2018, he imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, primarily targeting China, the European Union, Canada, and Mexico. The goal was to protect American manufacturing and reduce the trade deficit. However, critics argue the tariffs sparked trade wars, raised costs for U.S. businesses, and harmed farmers due to retaliatory measures. Trump also levied tariffs on hundreds of billions of dollars in Chinese goods, citing unfair trade practices. While the policy aimed to pressure countries into fairer deals, the long-term impact remains debated, with mixed outcomes for the U.S. economy and global trade relations.