So the question isn’t whether Trump understands business it’s whether he thinks you don’t. Because in business, the math doesn’t care about slogans. And when the numbers don’t add up, the only thing left is the spin. #tarrifs #TradeWar

4/5: If it were truly about smart business he’d be slashing costs not championing policies that deliberately raise them.

3/5: So why would someone who prides himself on building “luxury” hotels, “tremendous” golf courses, and “the best” branded merchandise want to pay more for steel, furniture, electronics, uniforms, or even bottled water?

2/5: Tariffs go completely against that. They raise costs on imported goods—whether it’s materials, equipment, or products—and those costs get passed on to consumers or eat into a company’s profits.

Even if the tariffs “work,” they risk pushing Southeast Asia straight into China’s arms. Long-term influence matters more than short-term shock. This gamble could cost the U.S. the region entirely.

Happy to see your mom use her voice—something she doesn’t do lightly, especially against a family member. She, like you, stands for truth and integrity.