#TrumpTariffs The Trump tariffs were tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump with the aim of protecting the U.S. industry and reducing the trade deficit. They were mainly applied to Chinese products, but also to imports from allied countries such as Canada, Mexico, and the European Union. These measures generated global tensions, retaliations from other nations, and a trade war with China. While they benefited some local industries, they also increased costs for consumers and businesses. The tariffs marked a shift towards economic protectionism in U.S. trade policy during his administration.