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Trump has consistently touted tariffs as one of his favorite economic tools, claiming they can make America "rich as hell." His approach involves using tariffs not only to alter trade dynamics but also as leverage to enforce immigration control and combat the flow of illegal drugs across U.S. borders. For instance, his threat of massive tariffs reportedly facilitated agreements with both Mexican and Canadian governments to enhance border security and curb drug trafficking.
This negotiation style echoes a broader theme in Trump’s economic strategy: the application of tariffs as a mechanism for extracting concessions from allied nations while asserting American dominance on the global stage.