Senator James Lankford says China will face tough trade rules for many years to come. He backs President Trump’s plan to use tariffs as a strong tool in negotiations. The goal is to protect American jobs and make China play fair in trade deals.
Lankford supports using tariffs to push China to lower its own trade barriers. He says these taxes on Chinese imports are not meant to stay forever but to force real change. Trump’s approach has already made countries like Mexico and Canada come to the table to talk. The strategy is working to get better deals for America.
The senator compared the trade fight to remodeling a kitchen. There’s some mess at first, but the end result will be worth it. Prices might go up short-term, but Lankford believes costs will drop once more companies build cars and goods in the U.S. This means more jobs for American workers and fewer relying on China.
Lankford also introduced new bills to stop China’s influence here at home. One blocks Chinese military-linked groups from teaming up with U.S. colleges. Another stops federal money from going to schools that work with China’s harmful projects. A third bill bans China from buying up American farmland.
China has been buying U.S. land and stealing technology for years. Lankford says it’s time to stand up to their bullying. His plans ensure America stays strong and free from China’s control. He warns that China uses unfair deals to push their authoritarian views worldwide.
The tariffs are part of a bigger plan to boost U.S. manufacturing. Companies like Ford and Toyota now build more cars in America thanks to these policies. Lankford praises Trump’s USMCA trade deal for creating jobs across North America. He says working with allies is key to beating China’s unfair practices.
Some critics worry tariffs could hurt the economy, but Lankford says the long-term gain is worth it. He wants an “exclusion process” so businesses can get relief if tariffs hit them too hard. The focus remains on making China respect fair trade instead of cheating the system.
Lankford’s message is clear: America won’t back down. By staying tough on China, the U.S. will protect its workers, farms, and values. The days of letting China walk all over us are over. Freedom and strength will always win against tyranny and greed.
