Internal tension is building in the White House due to the impending tariffs referred to as Liberation Day. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has become the focal point, heavily promoting the tariff initiative.
Howard Lutnick's Role in Tariffs
Recently, Howard Lutnick has spent considerable time in the Oval Office convincing President Trump of the necessity of introducing new tariffs. Anonymous White House staff indicated that should the economic fallout be negative, all responsibility will fall on Lutnick.
White House Response and Criticism
Many officials express discontent with Lutnick's influence over the president. While Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recommends more focused measures, Lutnick is pushing for more radical proposals, causing dissatisfaction among colleagues. White House spokesperson Kush Desai emphasized that all members of the administration support the effort to level the playing field for American businesses.
Business Perspectives and Expectations
The business community is concerned about the potential impacts of new tariffs. According to a White House source, many companies are not optimistic and are prepared for a worst-case scenario. However, Trump has embraced this tension, aiming to encourage foreign governments to negotiate on his terms.
Whether President Trump's expectations of positive tariff effects will be met remains uncertain. Nonetheless, economic tension, both domestically and internationally, continues to rise.
