“Tariffs are an overwhelming benefit to our Nation, as they have been incredible for our National Security and Prosperity (like nobody has ever seen before!). Losing our ability to Tariff other countries who treat us unfairly would be a terrible blow to the United States of America. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President Donald J. Trump” @realDonaldTrump
Fact-Check Summary President Trump’s claim that tariffs have been an “overwhelming benefit” to America, especially for national security and prosperity, is contradicted by available economic and policy evidence from 2025. While tariffs did increase government revenue and reduced the trade deficit in the short term, independent analyses project substantial long-term costs: reductions in GDP, wage […]