In an unsurprising turn of events, President Donald Trump failed to deliver on his highly touted promise of securing “90 deals in 90 days” with foreign countries. The deadline, which was set to coincide with the 90-day mark since his self-proclaimed “Liberation Day” in April, has come and gone with little to show for it.
Instead of unveiling a slew of completed deals with foreign nations, as he had previously boasted, Trump appeared to waffle and downplay the expectations surrounding his trade policy. When questioned by a reporter on Monday about the status of the promised deals, the president seemed to deflect, discussing only a few potential frameworks and agreements that are still in the works.
In a vague and unconvincing explanation, Trump suggested that his administration’s plan now focuses on sending letters to foreign governments, notifying them of the tariffs that their products will be subject to when imported into the United States. This lackluster response has left many wondering what happened to the bold promises of a major trade overhaul that Trump had made just a few months ago.
The “90 deals in 90 days” pledge was a key component of Trump’s trade policy by placing Tariffs on every nation, aimed at renegotiating and improving America’s trade relationships with countries around the world. The president had touted this goal as a major achievement, claiming that his administration would be able to secure dozens of new trade agreements within a short period.
Despite the administration’s claims that tariffs are a necessary measure to protect American industries and workers, the reality is that they are having a profoundly negative effect on the economy. Tariffs have led to higher prices for consumers, reduced exports, and disrupted global supply chains.
However, as the deadline approached, it became increasingly clear that the president’s ambitious goal was unlikely to be met. Clearly Trump is not the deal maker he has touted. The complexity of international trade negotiations, combined with the need for careful consideration and compromise, made it difficult for the administration to finalize deals at the rapid pace promised by Trump.
The failure to deliver on this promise has raised questions about the effectiveness of Trump’s trade policy and his ability to negotiate successful agreements with foreign nations. As the president’s trade agenda continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether his administration will be able to secure meaningful deals that benefit American businesses and workers.
For now, the “90 deals in 90 days” promise appears to be nothing more than a distant memory, a reminder of the challenges and complexities of international trade negotiations.
Donald Trump is undeniably overwhelmed and out of his depth!
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