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| One of the goals of tariffs was to level out the trade imbalance. That goal failed. The trade deficit remained stable. 901.5billion in 2025 compared to 904 billion in 2024.
Another goal was to punish China. That goal failed. Chinas total exports increased by 5% as they transitioned to other countries with trade.
Another goal was new favorable trade deals. 90 trade deals in 90 days? That failed. We did get a framework for 14 deals, but those are in jeopardy since Trump has now imposed new and different tariffs after Supreme Court decision.
What action that is beneficial to USA was achieved by grabbing a country by its purse strings? | |
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