Trump threatens extra 10% tariff on countries that align with 'Anti-American' BRICS policies
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Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on BRICS-Aligned Nations
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The Spin
Anti-Trump narrative
Trump's tariff edicts can't cage a tectonic shift — BRICS now embodies the world's growth engine, uniting vast markets, energy giants, and tech hubs. As nations flock to its expanding tent, trade reroutes, currencies diversify and sanctions lose bite. The multipolar future is forging ahead — and Washington can only watch.
Pro-Trump narrative
President Trump's tariff threats against BRICS reflect legitimate concerns about a coalition designed to undermine U.S. economic dominance. With BRICS controlling 45% of the global population and actively pursuing de-dollarization through alternative currencies and payment systems, the bloc poses a direct threat to U.S. financial hegemony. Trump's apprehension of BRICS is justified.
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Editor's Note
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