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President defends tariffs, keeps November 1 tariff threat on China 'in place'
Summary
The President said the November 1 plan for steep tariffs on China remains in place 'for now,' arguing tariffs have restored negotiating leverage and calling the approach effective in past disputes.
On trade with China, the President defended tariffs as a negotiating tool and told reporters that the November 1 "100% tariffs on China" plan "is" in place for now. "Right now, it is," he said when asked whether the tariff threat remained scheduled.
He argued tariffs gave the United States greater diplomatic and negotiating strength, saying they helped settle disputes and pointing to past episodes with India and Pakistan as examples where he said tariffs forced quick resolution. The President expressed confidence that his relationship with President Xi would allow negotiation despite public rhetoric from the Chinese side.
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