Donald Trump is engaging in a politically risky tariff war against numerous countries, challenging public support for such measures. While economists and Wall Street express concern, labor unions actively support his tariff announcements. This reflects a broader discontent in key Midwest states where the decline of manufacturing jobs has fueled protectionist sentiments. As global manufacturing moves away from the U.S. to areas like Mexico and Asia, these tariffs resonate strongly with voters who prioritize American jobs and industries.
Donald Trump is betting on the political popularity of tariffs, risking considerable backlash while galvanizing support from private-sector labor unions and protectionist sentiments in key states.
High tariffs have supporters in the U.S., particularly among labor unions who have praised Trumpâs move, capitalizing on a long-standing discontent with declining manufacturing jobs.
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