Sen. John Kennedy expressed confusion over President Trump's tariff strategy, which has seen numerous changes since he took office. Kennedy acknowledged that the administration has not clearly articulated its rationale behind the tariffs, a sentiment echoed by other Republicans. He speculated whether this ambiguity is part of Trump's negotiating approach, yet openly admitted he doesn’t fully understand it. Kennedy further commented that while Trump owns the current economy, the impacts of the tariffs will determine his legacy positively or negatively.
I see what you see, the senator replied. I think I know what's in the president's heart, but I don't know what's in his head. The people you're talking about are right. The administration has not given one clear rationale for its tariffs. I think that's intentional.
The president believes if you're gonna be a bear, be a grizzly. Like him or dislike him, agree or disagree right now, he's being a grizzly.
For better or worse, the current economy belongs to Trump. There's no question. I think once he decided to add the tariffs, clearly, he will be held responsible - as he should - whether it turns out good or it turns out badly.
I don't know what's in his head... my guess is, it's intentional. And that it's part of the president's negotiating strategy.
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