🚨 Trump’s Japan Trade Deal: A Disaster for American Workers | The Josh Lafazan Show 🚨
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Today, we’re breaking down Donald Trump’s so-called “massive trade win” with Japan. Trump calls it a game-changer, claiming it’s “unprecedented” and will secure American jobs for generations. But is it really the victory he’s claiming? The answer is NO. This is another broken promise, another deal that harms American workers and gives away too much to foreign competitors. Let’s break it all down.
📜 SEGMENT 1: THE JAPAN DEAL – A BARGAIN FOR TOKYO, A BUST FOR AMERICA
Trump’s new trade deal with Japan has been hailed by him as a “milestone for American industry,” but in reality, it’s a one-sided giveaway.
What’s in the deal?
Reduction of U.S. tariffs on Japanese imports, especially electric vehicle parts, semiconductors, and batteries.
Increased access for Japanese automakers in the U.S. market.
Vague promises for expanded U.S. agricultural exports without any enforcement.
What’s NOT in the deal?
No commitment from Japan to reduce barriers against U.S. cars.
No firm agreement on reciprocal electric vehicle subsidies.
No labor protections or environmental standards.
Behind the scenes, U.S. automakers like Ford, GM, and Tesla are sounding the alarm. Japan’s protectionist auto market remains largely closed to American companies, yet this deal allows Japan to flood the U.S. market with cheaper, subsidized EVs, leaving American manufacturers struggling to compete.
📉 SEGMENT 2: WHY TARIFFS DON’T WORK
Let’s talk tariffs. They’re just taxes, and Trump’s trade war with China proved that they don’t work. Under his administration:
Over $80 billion in new tariffs were imposed.
Consumer goods prices skyrocketed.
Farmers suffered retaliatory tariffs, leading to $28 billion in emergency subsidies.
Now, with Japan, Trump is dropping tariffs, getting almost nothing in return, and repeating the same mistakes. This isn’t just bad economics — it’s hypocrisy.
⚖ SEGMENT 3: CONGRESS MUST RECLAIM TARIFF POWER
The current state of trade policy is a result of outdated laws like Section 232 and Section 301, which give the president near-total control over tariffs. But the Constitution is clear: Congress, not the president, should regulate commerce with foreign nations.
The Reasserting Congressional Trade Authority Act would require the president to consult Congress on tariffs lasting more than 120 days, giving lawmakers more power and oversight.
It’s time for Congress to do its job and restore accountability to trade policy.
📉 SEGMENT 4: POLITICAL FALLOUT – THE MIDWEST IS FURIOUS
Trump’s trade deal isn’t just an economic failure — it’s also a political disaster.
In key battleground states like Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin, voters who once trusted Trump to protect American jobs are waking up to the reality of his betrayal.
Union leaders are organizing against the deal, with concerns over job losses in the auto industry.
Even MAGA-aligned Republicans are starting to whisper concerns, fearing this deal could harm their reelection chances in 2026.
This deal isn’t just bad policy; it’s a ticking time bomb for Trump’s political future.
🧨 SEGMENT 5: TRUMP’S “90 DEALS IN 90 DAYS” IS A JOKE
Trump promised to deliver “90 deals in 90 days.” We’re well past Day 40, and here’s what we’ve gotten:
A weak Japan deal.
A tentative deal with Hungary.
A memo of understanding with El Salvador.
That’s it. Not 90 deals. Not even 9. Just 3. This was always a stunt, and now the world sees it for what it is — all talk, no action.
📢 OUTRO – THE BOTTOM LINE
Trump’s Japan deal is a failure by every measure. It weakens American workers, hurts the U.S. auto industry, and offers no real benefits in return for dropping tariffs. It’s a clear example of Trump’s “dealmaker” persona being nothing more than a marketing gimmick.
America deserves better than this — it’s time to hold Trump accountable and demand real leadership.
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