Former President Donald J. Trump posted a series of messages on his Truth Social account on August 8, 2025, highlighting the impact of tariffs implemented during his administration and sharing updates with his followers.
In one post shared at 23:37 UTC, Trump linked to a Truth Social message, available at Donald J. Trump Truth Social 08.08.25 04:54 PM EST https://t.co/Zba0hW5FQq.
Later that evening, at 23:48 UTC, Trump reiterated the effectiveness of his tariff policies by stating, “President Trump’s tariffs are WORKING — $152 BILLION collected since January!” https://t.co/ZiT0mBmqEL.
A subsequent post at 23:55 UTC repeated this message and provided an additional link: “President Trump’s tariffs are WORKING — $152 BILLION collected since January!” https://t.co/wJxx7514md.
Tariffs were a significant component of Trump's economic policy during his presidency. He imposed various tariffs on imported goods from countries such as China in an effort to address trade imbalances and promote domestic manufacturing. The U.S. government collects these tariffs from importers when goods enter the country; while supporters argue they generate revenue and protect American industries, critics have pointed out potential impacts on consumer prices and international trade relations.
