The Incoherence and Challenges of Trump’s Trade Policy

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The article criticizes President Trump's trade policies as incoherent and driven by personal motives, highlighting inconsistencies in tariff threats, misleading trade deal reports, and the negative impact on U.S. industries and international relations, especially with China, Brazil, and Canada. It argues that Trump's approach undermines strategic interests and global economic stability, leading to retaliation and long-term damage.
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