President Trump’s top economic advisor, Kevin Hassett, is standing strong behind the new tariffs. He says these tariffs are all about putting America first. The goal is to protect jobs and make sure other countries play fair. Hassett argues this will bring back manufacturing and make the economy stronger than ever.
Hassett explains the tariffs are a way to fight back against countries that don’t treat us fairly. If they tax our products, we’ll tax theirs the same way. He calls this “common sense” and says it’s about fairness. The money from these tariffs could even help cut taxes for hardworking Americans.
The tariffs are also part of a bigger plan to stop the flow of deadly drugs like fentanyl. Hassett claims countries like Mexico and Canada aren’t doing enough to keep these drugs out of the U.S. He says the tariffs push them to take action. This isn’t just about trade—it’s about saving lives.
Hassett admits there might be some short-term “uncertainty” as the tariffs kick in. But he promises everything will calm down by April. After that, he says businesses will see how these policies help America. The tariffs will make it cheaper to produce goods here instead of overseas.
Critics complain the tariffs could hurt consumers, but Hassett isn’t buying it. He says China and other countries will pay the price, not Americans. The real problem, he argues, is Biden’s old policies that caused inflation. Trump’s plan will fix that mess.
The White House plans to use tariff money to balance the budget and cut taxes. Hassett says this revenue could add up to a trillion dollars over ten years. That’s money that stays in America instead of going to foreign countries. It’s a win for taxpayers.
Hassett calls this a “golden age” for American manufacturing. Companies will want to build factories here because of Trump’s policies. More jobs mean higher wages and stronger communities. The tariffs are just the first step in making America the best place to do business.
In the end, Hassett says the tariffs are about putting American workers first. He believes Trump’s tough approach will force other countries to respect us. The goal is simple: protect our jobs, stop the drugs, and make America strong again.
