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Trump's Tariff Threats: Just a Theatrical Show?

7/5/2025

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A White House insider reveals that Donald Trump's tariff threats are nothing more than a "theatrical show," with little urgency as the 90-day deadline looms. With just one trade deal under his belt, Trump sees tariffs as a bargaining chip, leaving experts skeptical about the reliability of any agreements due to his erratic behavior.

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A White House insider reveals that Donald Trump's tariff threats are nothing more than a "theatrical show," with little urgency as the 90-day deadline looms. With just one trade deal under his belt, Trump sees tariffs as a bargaining chip, leaving experts skeptical about the reliability of any agreements due to his erratic behavior.