“We will bring back our factories and make trade fair again — with tariffs that work for American workers.”
The promise
During the 2024 campaign, JD Vance repeatedly vowed to strengthen economic nationalism by imposing new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China. He framed it as essential for protecting American manufacturing and rebalancing trade. On February 1 2025, the Trump–Vance administration officially enacted a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada, and a 10 percent tariff on imports from China. The measure aimed to encourage domestic production and reduce dependence on foreign supply chains. The move fulfilled a central campaign promise, though economists warned it could raise consumer prices. Supporters praised it as proof that the administration delivers on its America-First agenda.
