President Donald Trump stated that the formula used to calculate the new tariffs imposed on various countries is based on "common sense," deficits, historical treatment of the United States, and raw numbers. He emphasized that the tariff rates, which took effect in August 2025, aim to protect American interests. Trump also indicated that countries must negotiate new trade deals with the U.S. to avoid these steep tariffs. Additionally, he warned that Brazil could be among the next countries to receive updated tariff notices based on this formula.
President Trump said Wednesday that he used 'common sense' to calculate the steep tariffs he slapped on countries unless they can broker new trade deals with the United States. https://t.co/te2To8hAsc
Trump says tariffs based on ‘common sense,’ ‘deficits’ and ‘very substantial facts’ https://t.co/qi7PHcboqe https://t.co/ljq8MpUK9R
Trump asegura que la fórmula de sus nuevos aranceles es el sentido común y amenaza a Brasil con ser uno de los próximos en recibir una carta con las nuevas cifras. https://t.co/qpvbkWRomP