Trump threatens tractor maker John Deere with 200% import tariff if it moves manufacturing to Mexico
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During a roundtable event with farmers in Pennsylvania, Trump emphasized the need to protect American agriculture from China's influence. He mentioned potential tariffs on companies moving manufacturing overseas, like John Deere, arguing for boosting domestic production.
Trump's restrained demeanor at the event allowed for a genuine dialogue with farmers, highlighting concerns about family farms shutting down while total agricultural production remains steady, indicating a shift in the market.
While discussing energy policies, Trump criticized Vice President Harris’s reversal on fracking, linking it to Pennsylvania’s economic realities and expressing support for increasing production to lower costs.
In a rare moment of active listening, Trump's interaction with the farmers allowed them to voice their concerns about the impact of larger farms on family farms, a significant issue in rural America.
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