Representative Brian Mast says new tariffs will help America make things we need here at home. The Florida congressman and House Foreign Affairs Committee chairman argues these taxes on imported goods protect American jobs. He points to recent projects like Honda’s new Indiana plant and Taiwan Semiconductor’s Arizona factory as proof tariffs work. These companies are building factories in the U.S. instead of overseas because of smart policies.
Mast criticizes foreign countries for taking advantage of America. He says we’ve been too generous with foreign aid to countries that don’t support us. For example, the U.S. sends billions for HIV/AIDs drugs to African nations that partner with China. Mast wants to freeze that money until these countries show they’ll stand with us, not against us.
The congressman supports President Trump’s focus on “America First.” He believes cutting government spending and securing our borders will lower prices and create jobs. Mast argues Democrats’ big-spending plans hurt middle-class Americans while Republican tariffs protect them. He rejects claims that freezing foreign aid will harm people, saying it’s time to focus on helping Americans first.
Mast also blasts the State Department’s focus on “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” (DEI) programs instead of national security. He says these initiatives distract from real threats like drug smuggling and human trafficking through Canada and China. Tariffs aimed at stopping fentanyl and crime at the border are part of his strategy to keep communities safe.
Foreign aid organizations warn that freezing their funds could lead to layoffs and less help for poor countries. Mast dismisses these concerns, calling them “grift” against taxpayers. He insists Congress must approve aid only when it directly benefits Americans. This approach, he says, stops waste and ensures every dollar goes where it’s needed most.
Mast sees tariffs as part of a broader plan to reduce inflation. He claims too much government spending drives prices up, so cutting that spending and making America self-reliant will lower costs. He joins Republicans in blaming Democrats for inflation by passing massive bills that “take money out of workers’ wallets.”
The congressman uses strong language to defend tariffs. He calls Biden’s trade policies a “funeral for Democrats” because Trump’s record shows how to create jobs. Mast says Europe and other allies must pay their fair share for defense instead of relying on the U.S. He wants partnerships where everyone contributes equally.
In the end, Mast says tariffs are about “securing America” and letting people “keep more of their hard-earned money.” He believes this approach will reignite the American Dream by putting workers first and stopping foreign cheating. With tariffs in place, Mast argues the U.S. can control its own destiny again.
