Source: Orange County Register
by Matt Fleming
“Hey guys, can we admit now that President Donald Trump’s trade agenda is failing, or do we need a little more time? Trump’s toxic mix of tariffs and new trade agreements alienated allies, drove up costs on American consumers and failed to accomplish its stated goals of turning around the U.S. trade deficit and reviving domestic manufacturing. Oh, and most of his tariffs are also illegal. Now would be a perfect time for the Administration to reassess its goals and tactics, especially since the majority of Trump’s tariffs were ruled unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court. Hopefully Trump seizes the moment.” (02/20/26)