Trump Warns Permanent Tariffs Possible Amid Global Trade Tensions

President Donald Trump continues to pursue an aggressive tariff policy, recently imposing comprehensive tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners, which he describes as necessary 'medicine' for trade imbalances. Despite the backlash from global markets and concerns over a potential trade war, Trump maintains that many countries are eager to negotiate. Economists and business leaders have criticized the tariffs, questioning their rationale and predicting negative repercussions for the U.S. economy, including slowed GDP growth and potential inflation. Trump's tariffs have reignited a fierce global trade battle, particularly with China, prompting retaliatory measures that have caused significant market declines. While Republican lawmakers express concern over the long-term impacts of these tariffs, Democrats see an opportunity to capitalize on Trump's economic strategy as they rally for political shifts. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing negotiations involving over 50 countries as the administration navigates the diplomatic fallout.