Is another trade war brewing? It sure sounds like it.
US President Donald Trump has just fired a sharp warning shot at Brazil—announcing a massive 50% tariff on Brazilian goods.
He accused the country of attacking US tech firms and targeting his political ally, former President Jair Bolsonaro.
In a fiery letter shared online, Trump called Brazil’s actions “grave injustices.”
He hinted at launching a formal investigation into its digital trade policies.
His criticism didn’t stop there. He slammed Brazil’s judiciary for its handling of Bolsonaro’s ongoing coup trial.
He called it an “international disgrace.”
What’s The Response?
Not one to back down, Brazilian President Lula da Silva clapped back hard. “The world has changed,” Lula said. “We don’t want an emperor.”
He vowed to reciprocate the tariffs and warned against interfering in Brazil’s legal system.
This move escalates Trump’s revived global tariff campaign—22 letters, fresh threats, and a looming August 1 deadline for dozens of countries.
But the message to Brazil was personal. Is this about trade or politics? Maybe both.
One thing’s clear—Trump’s doubling down on his America-first strategy.
