President Donald J. Trump has announced the imposition of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. This move is part of an effort to leverage America's economic position to secure borders against illegal migration and combat the influx of fentanyl.
The administration criticized previous governments for not fully utilizing economic tools to address these issues. "Previous Administrations failed to fully leverage America’s economic position as a tool to secure our borders against illegal migration and combat the scourge of fentanyl, preferring to let problems fester," stated the press release.
Trump's decision aligns with his campaign promise to address illegal immigration and drug trafficking. "When voters overwhelmingly elected Donald J. Trump as President, they gave him a mandate to seal the border. That is exactly what he is doing," the statement continued.
The announcement emphasizes Trump's ongoing commitment to ensuring that U.S. trade policy benefits national interests: "President Trump continues to demonstrate his commitment to ensuring U.S. trade policy serves the national interest."
