Staff ReportsIn a bold move, President Trump is defending American interests by slapping a 19% tariff on goods from the Philippines. This decision is exactly what our country needs — a leader who puts America first and isn’t afraid to rattle the globalist status quo. As the Philippines continues to send products to U.S. consumers without any fair reciprocity, this tariff evens the playing field. Americans have long been told to accept the imbalances and to bear the economic brunt, but no more!
Weak-kneed liberals are likely wringing their hands over this decision, crying about supposed international friendships and economic diplomacy. Yet, they fail to realize that their endless appeasement and one-sided global deals leave America holding the short straw. The Philippines has been getting a free pass by pushing their goods into our markets, while American exports face hurdles. This tariff signals that there is a new sheriff in town — one who demands fairness for American industries.
Let’s face it, the cries from the left about trade and international relations are predictable. They claim to stand for the working class, but their actions reveal a different story. By opposing tariffs that protect American jobs and products, they align themselves with global corporations and foreign interests. It’s time for them to wake up and understand that real prosperity comes from strong national policies that prioritize American workers and businesses.
The U.S. had a trade deficit of nearly $5 billion with the Philippines in 2024.https://t.co/vUX6Efdzxp
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) July 23, 2025
Trump’s decision not only acts as a check against unfair competition but also encourages the Philippines to consider mutual benefit if they wish to engage with one of the largest economies in the world. The left may label this as harsh, but what they call harsh is merely strong, decisive action to ensure America’s strength on the global stage. We finally have a leader who’s unafraid to challenge the outdated and lopsided trade practices that have been detrimental to our economy.
In challenging the status quo, Trump is asking the real question: Why should America continue to let foreign nations exploit our markets with impunity? We need policies that reflect American strength and ingenuity, not outdated globalist fantasies. This tariff decision is a step in the right direction — it’s about time someone took a stand for America. Is it really controversial to demand a fair deal for our country?
