Peter Navarro, after being released from four months in federal custody for contempt of Congress, quickly rallied support at the Republican National Convention. His defiance in not testifying regarding the Jan. 6 Capitol attack showcased his loyalty to Trump. Post-release, Navarro has gained influence within the second Trump administration, advocating strong protectionist trade policies. Despite prior criticisms, he is now pursuing his economic vision with newfound confidence and a series of trade-related executive orders ready for implementation, reflecting Trump's long-held belief in reforming an unfair trading system.
"They convicted me, they jailed me. Guess what? They did not break me," he said that night, punctuating each word as the crowd roared.
In the second Trump administration, Mr. Navarro has been newly empowered, more confident in his revanchist vision for the American economy, and more dismissive of his critics.
Mr. Trump also came back to Washington more determined to finally realize the trade views he has held for decades, that an unfair trading system was ripping America off.
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