I'm reasonably certain these tariffs are meant to be a negotiating tactic. For what, exactly, I'm not sure. A better trade deal of some kind probably. I don't think it has anything to do with Fentanyl though. The tariffs won't be permanent and when they are lifted, whether much is gained or not, the markets will probably skyrocket again.
Sort: Trending
The current trade deal they have was signed by him in his previous administration. He just want to show his power.
But he essentially did the same sort of thing in his last administration to get the trade deal that he did. So his methods have worked in the past. Will they again? Remains to be seen.