📦💰 Trump Tariffs: Protection or Punishment?
In 2018, former President Donald Trump launched a bold trade war — slapping billions in tariffs on Chinese goods and more. His goal? 🛡️
Protect American jobs, industries, and fight unfair trade.
🔹 Who got hit?
China, the EU, Canada, and Mexico – with heavy duties on steel, electronics, cars, and more.
🔹 What happened?
🇺🇸 Prices went up for many everyday items
🚜 U.S. farmers and manufacturers took major hits
🔁 China fired back with tariffs on U.S. products
📈 Supporters say: It was a tough but necessary move to stop China’s unfair trade practices.
📉 Critics say: Americans paid the price with higher costs and global tension.
Are tariffs the future of U.S. trade? Or a costly gamble?
The debate isn’t over.
