Why Brexit hasn't saved us from Trump's tariffs
Briefly

The article critiques the narrative pushed by Brexit supporters, particularly in relation to tariffs imposed by the US. Despite initial claims that Brexit would lead to favorable trade terms, the reality is that the UK continues to face tariffs, with no substantial trade agreement having materialized nearly nine years post-referendum. The piece argues that the rationale for Brexit remains tenuous, as even support from within Brexit circles questions this supposed victory regarding tariffs and trade relations with the US.
Brexiteers need to reassess their triumph regarding tariffs, as the economic justifications for Brexit appear increasingly flimsy in light of continuing trade challenges.
Despite the initial promises of a lucrative trade deal with the US post-Brexit, the reality is that no such agreement has materialized nearly a decade later.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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