Political Use of Tariffs in 2024–2025

Tariffs are politically strategic, with Trump favoring broad tariffs and Biden opting for targeted ones to support workers and manage inflation.

Tariffs remain a hot political issue.

Both Democratic and Republican leaders have used tariffs to courtblue-collar workers and domestic manufacturers.

Former President Trump has pushed for universal tariffs, while President Biden is using targeted tariffs to avoid inflation while appearing tough on China.