Trump's 100% Tariff Threats Target BRICS Over Dollar Dispute

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Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100% tariffs on Brics nations if they create or support a new currency to rival the US dollar, raising fears of a global trade war. This move aligns with Trump's 'America First' economic policy and could destabilize global trade flows, as Brics members like Russia have shown interest in de-dollarizing the world economy. The potential tariffs could significantly increase the cost of goods from these countries, impacting US inflation and international trade dynamics.
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- Trump threatens 100% tariff on the BRIC bloc of nations if they act to undermine US dollar ABC News
- Trump Threatens Putin’s Russia And Xi’s China With ‘100% Tariffs’ The Daily Beast
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