Trump's Tariff Tsunami: How One Policy Just Shattered Global Trade

(Video by Lena Petrova, Journalist & Author)

Donald Trump has unleashed one of the most aggressive economic moves in U.S. history—sweeping tariffs on 92 nations, ranging from 15% to nearly 40%. Allies and adversaries alike are hit, with no region spared. But are these tariffs policy or retaliation? And what will they cost American families, businesses, and the global economy?

In this in-depth analysis, Lena Petrova breaks down:

• The unprecedented scale of Trump’s tariffs and why they bypass Congress

• Economic fallout for U.S. households, jobs, and GDP growth

• Global reactions, from Canada to India to Switzerland

• Legal challenges and the dangerous precedent for future presidents

• The shift in global trade alliances as countries seek to bypass U.S. dominance

This isn’t just a trade story—it’s a fundamental rewriting of the global economic order, with long-lasting consequences for trust, investment, and international relations.

Chapters:
0:00 Trump’s Tariff Bombshell Explained
2:45 Legal Battles and Executive Overreach
5:20 Empty Trade Deals with Allies
6:40 The Flawed Logic Behind the Tariff War
7:30 Tariffs as a Revenue Lifeline for the U.S.
8:30 The Global Fallout and Loss of Trust

What do you think? Are tariffs a necessary tool to protect American interests, or economic self-sabotage with global repercussions? Share your thoughts in the comments.