Trump Tariffs: Trump Says He “Couldn’t Care Less” About Foreign Automakers’ Price Hikes After 25% Tariffs. In a recent interview with NBC News, Trump reinforced his belief that the tariffs will encourage consumers to choose American-made cars, benefiting domestic manufacturers.
Trump’s Take on Auto Tariffs
- Trump announced permanent tariffs on foreign-made vehicles, effective April 2.
- When asked about rising car prices, Trump said, “I couldn’t care less if they raise prices because people are going to start buying American-made cars.”
- Until new rules are created, foreign vehicle components imported under the USMCA will continue to be duty-free.
Market Reactions and Industry Concerns
International leaders, including Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, condemned the tariffs, calling them “unjustified.”
Despite criticism, Trump defended the move, claiming it’s a long-overdue step toward economic fairness.
Signal Group Chat Controversy
Trump also dismissed concerns regarding the Signal group chat incident, where military plans were mistakenly leaked. He affirmed his support for Michael Waltz and Pete Hegseth and refused to consider dismissals.
“I don’t fire people because of fake news and witch hunts,” Trump said.
Trump’s Greenland Ambitions
In a surprising statement, Trump reiterated his interest in annexing Greenland. He claimed conversations regarding Greenland’s acquisition were ongoing and suggested military force would remain an option if necessary.
“We’ll get Greenland. Yeah, 100%,” Trump declared.
Source: NBC News
