Posted 3/17/2024, 3:32:56 PM
Trump Doubles Down on Tariff Threats Against China and Mexico
- Trump threatens 100% tariffs on cars made in Mexico by Chinese companies, doubling his previous 50% tariff threat
- Aims comments directly at Chinese President Xi Jinping, warns of "bloodbath" if not re-elected
- As president, focused on idea that bad trade deals/cheating harmed U.S.; started trade war with China
- Trade policies did little to bring back manufacturing jobs or balance trade deficit
- Escalates tariff threats made during recent Michigan primary, allows him to focus on Biden after clinching Republican nomination