Trump defends tariff policy in testy ABC interview

President Trump’s Contentious Interview with ABC News Anchor

President Trump engaged in a heated discussion with ABC News anchor Terry Moran during a one-on-one interview marking his first 100 days back in the White House. The conversation revolved around Trump’s tariffs and mass deportations, with the president assuring that “everything’s going to be just fine” despite the controversies surrounding these policies.

Moran challenged Trump on the 145% tariffs imposed on China, suggesting that they would inevitably lead to price increases across the board. Trump adamantly disagreed with this assertion, stating that it was uncertain whether China would absorb the tariffs.

“China probably will eat those tariffs,” Trump insisted, emphasizing the impact of the levies on trade relations between the two countries. He defended his actions by highlighting the economic benefits for the United States.

Switching gears to immigration, Trump touted his administration’s efforts to address illegal border crossings and deport criminal migrants as the most significant achievement of his first 100 days. Moran attempted to clarify the legal procedures for deportations, but Trump remained firm in his stance.

The conversation also delved into the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an illegal immigrant with alleged ties to MS-13. Trump defended the swift deportation of Garcia, citing his criminal history and the need to uphold the rule of law.

Despite disagreements on various issues, the interview highlighted the contentious nature of Trump’s policies and the ongoing debates surrounding trade, immigration, and law enforcement.