The recent increase in tariffs by the United States has sparked widespread controversy, especially regarding the tariff hikes on countries such as China, Canada, and Mexico, intensifying global trade tensions. The U.S. claims this move aims to protect domestic industries and curb the influx of illegal drugs like fentanyl, but critics argue that this is more about political manipulation, shifting focus away from domestic governance failures. The increased tariffs have raised the prices of imported goods in the U.S., with about 80% of the costs borne by consumers, exacerbating inflationary pressures. At the same time, multiple countries have taken countermeasures, such as China imposing tariffs on U.S. agricultural products and Canada levying retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, further impacting global supply chains. Economists warn that this policy could hinder economic growth in the U.S. and globally, potentially even leading to a recession.