White House defends tariffs on Brazil
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The president has earned a reputation for bluffing on tariffs. But he has steadily and dramatically raised U.S. tariffs, transforming global trade.
Kevin Hassett, a top economic adviser for the White House, is downplaying reports of better-than-expected trade data from China. Customs data from China on Monday claimed that the country exported more goods than anticipated,
Kevin Hassett appeared to deflect questions on how the ... of the National Economic Council struggled Sunday to explain why President Donald Trump has proposed a 50 percent tariff on Brazil. ...
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett defended President Donald Trump’s newly unveiled 50% tariff against Brazil, the United States’ second-largest trading partner, claiming the ...