Tariffs: A Boost for American Jobs
Remember when the mainstream media lost their cool over Trump’s tariffs? Everyone predicted a disaster.
The pundits cried that tariffs would “destroy jobs,” “tank the economy,” and even bring the sky crashing down. They recycled tired lines about “trade wars” and “consumer pain.” It was like a broken record of doom and gloom.
But here’s the thing: tariffs aren’t about hurting us. They’re about protecting American jobs. For years, trade deals benefited everyone—except hardworking Americans. When Trump vowed to change the game, the so-called experts braced for disaster. Well, the results tell a different story.
The job market is booming. Since Trump’s return, American hiring is on fire. In March alone, private-sector employment jumped by 155,000 jobs. That smashed Wall Street’s forecast of 120,000 and nearly doubled February’s 84,000. Numbers don’t lie.
From ‘Breitbart.com’:
“Despite policy uncertainty and downbeat consumers, the bottom line is this: The March topline number was a good one for the economy and employers of all sizes, if not necessarily all sectors,” said Nela Richardson, ADP’s chief economist.
Even ADP’s top economist had to admit the strong numbers, though they threw in “policy uncertainty” as a warning sign—code for “we’re not fans of Trump’s tariffs.” The fact remains: American businesses are hiring at a strong rate.
Look at where the jobs are coming from. The manufacturing sector added 21,000 jobs in March. Remember when we were told American manufacturing was dead? That talk is over. Factories are buzzing with activity, hiring Americans and keeping jobs at home.
Professional and business services added 57,000 jobs, followed by financial activities with 38,000. These aren’t just any jobs—they’re solid, well-paying positions that lift up families and communities. The goods-producing sector as a whole grew by 24,000 jobs, a clear nod to tariffs working exactly as intended.
Despite bleak warnings about tariffs killing business confidence or chilling investments, the labor market proves those predictions wrong. The economy is adapting and growing stronger, not crumbling under pressure.
So why do tariffs work? They level the playing field. When foreign companies rely on cheap labor, lax rules, and heavy subsidies, American businesses struggle to compete. Tariffs make imported goods more expensive and give American-made products a fair shot in our own market.
The critics love to call tariffs “taxes on consumers.” But they conveniently ignore the real costs: lost jobs, devastated communities, and weakened national security as vital industries move overseas. Every manufacturing job supports many more positions. When factories close, the damage spreads through entire towns.
Recent job numbers back up this protection. As Trump celebrated what he called “Liberation Day” with bold new reciprocal tariffs, businesses didn’t freeze—they ramped up hiring. American companies are responding to the signal that the government will finally stand up for them after decades of unfair trade practices.
The experts, on the other hand, have been off the mark. The Globe and Mail quoted economists warning that “Trump’s blizzard of tariff announcements since returning to the White House in January could significantly erode demand for labor.” One even claimed business uncertainty was “restraining firms from taking on new employees.”
But that’s the opposite of what’s happening. Hiring is speeding up. Manufacturing is adding jobs. The so-called experts have once again misjudged the impact of Trump’s policies, just like they did with the tax cuts and early tariff warnings.
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