Nessuno capisce il senso profondo dei dazi: cosa vuole davvero Trump? - Il Fatto Quotidiano

Trump's Tariffs: A Political Strategy

This article from Il Fatto Quotidiano delves into the reasons behind Donald Trump's imposition of tariffs, arguing that the economic justifications are merely a smokescreen for a broader political agenda.

Economic Illogic

The author points out the lack of economic sense in Trump's tariffs, highlighting the inconsistencies and contradictions in the offered explanations. The tariffs are presented as illogical from a purely economic standpoint.

The Real Goal: Consolidating Power

The article posits that the true aim is to consolidate Trump's control over American society. The tariffs create leverage, forcing those seeking exemptions to seek presidential favor, thus centralizing power.

• The tariffs are described as the 'second ring' in a larger authoritarian project, the 'first ring' being hinted at previously in a linked article.
• The use of the military is deemed premature at this stage.
• Social media manipulation, while potent, lacks the coercive power of economic control offered by tariffs.

The article notes that this strategy resembles Putin's approach in Russia.

International Implications

The author points out that the tariffs are intentionally designed to create dependency, stating that Trump claims foreign countries are now doing 'anything for us', while ignoring the concerns of American businesses.

Conclusion

Ultimately, the article concludes that Trump’s tariff policies are a tool for internal political consolidation and not a result of economic logic. The author suggests the authoritativeness of the tariffs serve to strengthen Trump's hold on power within the United States, using the strategy of creating dependency among those seeking exemptions.