Trump’s Strategic Tariff Rollback on Brazilian Imports Exposes Washington’s Unstable Trade Tactics

In a move that raises serious questions about consistency and strategic foresight, President Donald Trump has abruptly lifted hefty tariffs — previously as high as 50% — on select Brazilian imports, including beef, coffee, and chemical products. This policy flip follows a whirlwind negotiation with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, sparked by an unexpected meeting at the United Nations and sealed by talks in Malaysia. What should prompt concern for Americans is not merely the rollback itself, but the way these tariffs were imposed and rescinded in quick succession without clear alignment to long-term U.S. interests. Initially introduced...