Trump Warns BRICS of 100% Tariffs Over Dollar Dispute

President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100% tariffs on BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—if they attempt to move away from using the U.S. dollar in international trade. This move is part of Trump's broader strategy to leverage tariffs to achieve policy objectives. The BRICS countries have long considered creating a unified currency to challenge the dollar, but internal disagreements have hindered progress. Trump's recent threats are seen as a tactic to initiate negotiations, similar to his approach with Mexico over migration and drug issues.