One of the campaign mantras by Leftists is that tariffs don’t work. Nothing works if you allow an idiot to manage it. And you’d be hard-pressed to find a competent person in the Biden administration. Actually almost any Democrat administration for that matter.
As usual, Leftists dismiss solutions that work because they’re too busy clinging to their ineffective policies. And when your specialty is chaos, solutions are the last thing you want.
Remember when Democrats screeched that President Trump’s plan to impose 25% tariffs on goods was essentially a tax on Americans? Turns out, Trump doesn’t use tariffs as just a revenue tool, but in fact as a strategic weapon.
Trump’s tariffs weren’t about economic isolation—they were about leveraging America’s market power to negotiate better deals and, more importantly, to protect U.S. interests.
A Masterclass in the Art of the Deal
Does anybody miss the idea of a President Kamala? Only the more ardent Democrat (idiot) would want Harris as POTUS, while watching President Trump work. To witness Trump at work is akin to watching Bobby Fischer play chess with novices.
Each tariff threat is calculated and targeted, crafted to address specific grievances while opening pathways to resolution. No blanket strategies, no one-size-fits-all nonsense. Every country is handled based on its unique relationship with the U.S., its trade practices, and—most importantly—what America needs to maintain its edge. This isn’t policy-by-template; this is The Art of the Deal in action.
Take Canada and Mexico, for instance. Trump recently turned his attention toward these two neighbors with a bold ultimatum: curb the inflow of migrants and drugs, or face the economic hammer of a 25% tariff. Both nations immediately scrambled to the negotiating table, recognizing that this wasn’t just posturing—it was a genuine warning backed by action.
Canada’s Hasty Retreat to Florida
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been known for his progressive rhetoric. But even he couldn’t ignore the gravity of Trump’s tariff threats. Just days after Trump floated his proposal, Trudeau flew to Mar-a-Lago, bringing along Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc. According to reports, Trudeau’s visit wasn’t just a diplomatic courtesy call — it was a desperate attempt to stave off Trump’s wrath.
Trudeau had high-tailed it to Trump’s Florida base after the president-elect threatened to slam America’s northern neighbor with a 25% tariff on its goods, accusing Canada of being lax on immigration and drug enforcement at the border.
Fox News’ Peter Doocy reported on the exchange Monday, citing two sources who sat at the same table with the leaders during their meal.
“We are told that when Trudeau told President-elect Trump that new tariffs would kill the Canadian economy, Trump joked to him that if Canada can’t survive without ripping off the U.S. to the tune of $100 billion a year, then maybe Canada should become the 51st state and Trudeau could become its governor,” Doocy reported.
Imagine the scene: Trudeau, fresh off his plane at Palm Beach International Airport, knocking on Trump’s golden door to plead Canada’s case. The stakes? Canada’s economy could take a massive hit from tariffs, particularly in sectors like fuels and vehicles. All toll, the U.S. trade deficit with Canada is over $50 billion.
Mexico’s Patriarchal Predicament
Meanwhile, Mexico’s Leftist female president finds herself in an unenviable position. Trump’s no-nonsense approach threatens to expose the vulnerabilities in Mexico’s governance, particularly its inability to control drug cartels and illegal migration. Mexico’s leader knows that public humiliation by Trump could shatter her domestic credibility in a patriarchal society.
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum says Canada “could only wish they had the cultural riches Mexico has” following a threat by President-elect Donald Trump to impose tariffs on both countries over the flow of migrants and drugs into the U.S.
Trump’s discussions weren’t about “cultural riches” and they weren’t limited to tariffs. The discussion involved restoring accountability. Trump has made it abundantly clear that if Mexico doesn’t step up, America will act unilaterally — and decisively. Border partners carry a far greater responsibility, particularly given America’s border issue that ebbs and flows based on the party in office.
Why Tariffs Work: The Bigger Picture
Critics often claim that tariffs lead to higher costs for consumers, but that argument ignores the broader benefits. Trump’s tariffs on China, for example, reduced the trade deficit and brought billions back into the U.S. economy. In the same vein, the proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada serve a dual purpose: curbing illegal migration and fighting the scourge of fentanyl and other deadly drugs. When you understand that in 2023 illegals cost America $182 billion. Given our trade deficit with Mexico was roughly $130 billion in 2022, you can see the magnitude of illegal immigration in comparison.
The tariffs aren’t just punitive — they’re preventative. They incentivize countries to clean up their acts, knowing that the alternative is economic pain. And let’s not forget, the revenue generated from these tariffs can be reinvested into American infrastructure, industries, and workers. If Mexico expects to continue to enjoy the benefits of America’s economy, then they will capitulate. Or else.
America’s Economic Champion
Elections indeed have consequences. And the American voter knows who we needed as a country for our survival. Imagine the economic toll we would continue to suffer if Trump hadn’t been re-elected. In a budget where trillions are mentioned without flinching, it’s nice to watch a leader who understands how to bring billions back into the economy, and simultaneously cut government waste, abuse, and spending.
When you add all these incremental items together, Americans could see trillions returned to the treasury. A strong America allows for even better negotiations with other countries. Trump doesn’t just talk about putting America first — he does it, one tariff at a time.
More countries will get in lock-step with Trump or get kicked out of the band.
Next, we will discuss how President Trump plans to dismantle BRICS.
