Robert Lighthizer Defends Trump's Tariff Policies

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The Jan. 2 editorial argues against President Trump’s proposal for new tariffs, stating that it is fundamentally wrong. It emphasizes the national-security implications of free-trade policies and the importance of maintaining our manufacturing base to ensure our safety. The editorial suggests that transferring wealth to adversaries and relying on them for goods poses a dire threat to America, particularly from the Chinese Communist Party.

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The editorial disagrees with President Trump’s proposed tariffs, highlighting the national-security concerns of free-trade policies. It emphasizes the need to maintain our manufacturing base as a means of protecting America’s security. The editorial argues that transferring wealth to adversaries and relying on them for goods poses a significant threat, especially from the Chinese Communist Party.