On his first day as president, Trump announced a 20% tariff on Canada and Mexico over fentanyl, but when asked why not China given his campaign promise, he said China had already been hit hard. Only the next day did he announce tariffs on China, suggesting initial reluctance that was overridden.

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David Woo

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on the first day of Trump's inauguration... he announced a 20% tariff on Canada and Mexico over the fentinel... he was asked during that press conference why not China... He actually his response was oh because we hit China pretty hard my first time.

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David Woo: What Trump Started is Worse Than a Trade War | Odd LotsBloomberg Podcasts
Created: 8/11/2026, 7:05:28 AM

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