#TariffsPause During his presidency, **Donald Trump** imposed sweeping tariffs on imports, particularly from China, to protect U.S. industries. However, amid economic pressures like the COVID-19 pandemic, his administration occasionally **paused certain tariffs** to ease costs. For example, in 2020, the U.S. suspended tariffs on Chinese medical supplies to address shortages. Critics argued Trump’s tariffs raised prices for consumers, while supporters claimed they boosted domestic manufacturing. A **Trump tariff pause** was often a temporary relief measure rather than a policy shift. His approach reflected a mix of protectionism and flexibility, balancing trade wars with short-term economic needs.