In a recent interview on NBC News’s “Meet the Press,” White House trade adviser Peter Navarro expressed strong confidence in President Trump’s approach to tariffs. He highlighted the potential for the president to secure numerous trade deals during the upcoming 90-day pause on higher tariffs. Navarro remarked, “So this is unfolding exactly like we thought it would in a dominant scenario,” addressing concerns about how consumers and businesses can navigate the shifting landscape of trade policies.
Navarro explained that President Trump announced the tariffs earlier this month, fully aware that many countries would seek to negotiate. He emphasized, “We’ve got 90 deals in 90 days possibly pending here,” indicating a proactive approach to international trade. According to Navarro, it was not only expected but also a strategic move for Trump to implement a 90-day pause on higher tariffs, stating, “And it was par for the course, actually it was a birdie for President Trump to do exactly what he did, which was pause for 90 days.” This pause aims to facilitate discussions that could benefit American interests.
Earlier this month, the White House took significant steps by announcing a baseline tariff of 10 percent on foreign imports. This decision also included steeper “reciprocal” tariffs on various countries, particularly affecting many of the United States' key trading partners. The president’s later announcement of a 90-day pause on the higher tariffs effectively reduced the tariff rate for foreign countries back to 10 percent during this negotiation period.
President Trump noted that over 75 countries have reached out, expressing their interest in discussing a constructive path forward regarding tariffs. This engagement reflects a broader strategy aimed at reshaping international trade relations and potentially fostering better deals for American businesses and consumers. Navarro's confidence suggests that these negotiations could lead to significant outcomes that benefit the American economy.
