General News Chat

[Jupiter]

Yeah but is that not the point? The extra amount is on the final bill, encouraging more Americans to buy cheaper home-made products instead?

If it was only hurting America then the countries who have had the largest tariffs announced wouldn't be so upset about them.

Sure the point is to stop Americans buying imports. But it won't work because it would take years for companies to build new factories in America. Meanwhile the economy will plunge into a massive recession.

[Mason89]

Anyone thinking American companies will spend money investing in America is thicker than a Boxing Day shyte

[DonUnder]

Anyone thinking American companies will spend money investing in America is thicker than a Boxing Day shyte

That might be the best simile I've ever read. But when I find myself agreeing with Jupiter things must be way out of whack.