#TrumpTariffs The #TrumpTariffs were a key part of former President Donald Trump's trade policy, aimed at reducing the U.S. trade deficit and bringing manufacturing jobs back to America. Beginning in 2018, Trump imposed tariffs on steel, aluminum, and hundreds of billions of dollars' worth of Chinese goods. Supporters said the tariffs protected American industries and pressured countries like China to negotiate fairer trade deals. Critics argued they sparked trade wars, increased costs for U.S. businesses and consumers, and disrupted global supply chains. While the tariffs had mixed economic impacts, they reshaped U.S. trade policy and remain a defining feature of Trump's economic legacy, with ongoing debate about their long-term effectiveness.