Former President Donald Trump has reiterated his claim that his administration’s tariff policies played a pivotal role in de-escalating international conflicts. In a recent social media post, Trump asserted that the imposition of trade duties was instrumental in halting a significant number of global wars, stating he “stopped 5 of the eight WARS directly because of the threat of Tariffs if they don’t stop fighting or, better yet, if they start.” He further emphasized the financial benefits, claiming the U.S. was “taking in TRILLIONS of Dollars in Tariffs and Investment Dollars from foreign lands because of Tariffs.” This assertion places economic pressure through trade as a key tool in his foreign policy approach, suggesting a direct link between tariffs and global peace efforts.
