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Economists: Trump Imposing 50% Tariffs on Brazil Sets 'Dangerous Precedent'

Summary: In a surprising move, Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods starting August 1, sparking strong criticism from the economic community. Several experts point out that the U.S. already maintains a long-term trade surplus with Brazil, making the reasoning behind this action absurd, possibly intervening in another country's internal affairs under the guise of ...

In a surprising move, Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods starting August 1, sparking strong criticism from the economic community. Several experts point out that the U.S. already maintains a long-term trade surplus with Brazil, making the reasoning behind this action absurd, possibly intervening in another country's internal affairs under the guise of 'Bolsonaro trial'. Analysts are concerned that Trump is turning tariffs into a multifunctional diplomatic tool, setting a precedent for interfering in judicial and digital sovereignty.

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