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U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has voiced his support for President Donald Trump's recent implementation of tariffs in an op-ed published in Yellowhammer. Tuberville praised the president's decision to impose reciprocal tariffs, which he believes will ensure fairness and bolster national security.

Tuberville stated, "The media is in full meltdown mode after President Trump imposed duties and retaliatory tariffs this week on countries who have been ripping us off for decades." He argued that while globalists and Democrats accept other countries imposing tariffs on U.S. exports, they oppose Trump's efforts to level the playing field for domestic producers.

According to Tuberville, Trump's actions are consistent with his campaign promises, using tariffs as a negotiating tool to boost American manufacturing and prioritize America First policies. The senator criticized the previous administration under President Biden, claiming it prioritized a globalist agenda over American safety and wellbeing.

Trump recently threatened 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada unless they cooperated with the U.S. to secure borders and curb fentanyl flow into the nation. Tuberville highlighted Mexico's dependency on trade with the U.S., stating that more than 80% of Mexican exports go to America. Following Trump's announcement, Mexico agreed to collaborate with the U.S., according to Tuberville.

Tuberville also noted that Canada responded similarly after facing a tariff threat from Trump due to increased drug trafficking across the Northern Border. He mentioned that enough fentanyl was seized at this border last fiscal year to kill 9.8 million Americans.

Trump views these tariffs as necessary measures to correct past ineffective trade deals and promote domestic manufacturing by imposing a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports this week.

Tuberville concluded by saying that three weeks into his presidency, Trump is fulfilling his promises by strengthening the economy, addressing illegal immigration, and ensuring fair trade deals for American workers.

Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and serves on several committees including Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP, and Aging Committees.