#TrumpTariffs Trump tariffs refer to the trade barriers implemented during Donald Trump’s presidency, primarily targeting China and other major trade partners. Aimed at reducing the U.S. trade deficit and protecting American industries, these tariffs imposed taxes on hundreds of billions of dollars’ worth of imported goods, especially steel, aluminum, and Chinese electronics. While supporters argued they protected U.S. jobs and pressured trading partners to negotiate fairer deals, critics claimed the tariffs hurt American consumers and businesses through higher prices and retaliatory tariffs. The policy sparked significant global trade tensions and reshaped U.S. trade relationships during and beyond Trump’s administration.