Summary

Critics slammed Trump for admitting his tariffs may cause “short-term pain” for Americans, contradicting past promises that they wouldn’t raise consumer prices.

During his campaign, Trump insisted tariffs would only hurt foreign nations, not U.S. families. He also vowed to lower costs for essentials like groceries and utilities.

Now, he acknowledges economic hardship but claims it’s necessary to fix trade imbalances.

His remarks sparked backlash, with many accusing him of downplaying the financial strain his policies could impose on millions.

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    16 hours ago

    “We’re going to change it. It’s been unfair,” he said.

    A grown adult talking about unfair. Believing in fairytales.

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      9 hours ago

      It’s not unreasonable to want a contract to be fair. In a proper contract, both sides benefit.

      What’s childish is that he apparently doesn’t know the first thing about the effect tariffs have, and what a trade balance means.

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      12 hours ago

      Like all conservatives say when some expresses frustration over being objectively exploited, I have this to say to them:

      “Sorry bucko, life’s not fair.”