Donald Trump’s Bold Statement: “Tariffs helped avoid five wars out of eight”

US President Donald Trump claimed that his tariff threats prevented five out of eight potential wars, earning America trillions of dollars in tariffs and investments. Posting on Truth Social, Trump hailed the success of his tariff policy in strengthening the US economy, curbing inflation, and boosting the stock market.

Post Published By: Sona Saini
Updated : 23 November 2025, 1:42 PM IST
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Washington DC: US President Donald Trump made a bold claim on Saturday that he prevented five out of eight wars by threatening tariffs. Trump said that due to the tariff policy, the US is receiving trillions of dollars from countries around the world. He also stated that this has benefited the US economy and the country is now in a strong and prosperous position.

Trump shared the claim on social media

Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social account that he prevented five out of eight wars by threatening tariffs. He said, "We are taking investments and dollars from various countries through tariffs. If they don't stop fighting, tariffs will be imposed on them."

Trump also claimed that he prevented a military conflict between India and Pakistan in May of this year by threatening tariffs, although India never confirmed this claim.

Benefits to the US Economy

Trump said in his post that the US is now inflation-free, whereas during Joe Biden's tenure, it was the highest in history. He also noted that the stock market had reached an all-time high for the 48th time in nine months.

Trump described the tariff policy as a means to strengthen the American economy and target those who plunder America. He asserted that America has become the richest, strongest, and most respected country ever, and attributed this to his election as president and the tariff policy.

Trump's Global Vision

Trump also expressed pride in America's global standing. He stated that through tariffs, the US has successfully prevented disputes and conflicts with other countries. He claims that this policy makes America strong and respected on the global stage.

Expert Opinions and Criticism

Experts say Trump's claims are controversial. Many analysts believe that tariffs have increased economic tensions and impacted global trade. Nevertheless, Trump claims that his policy has benefited the US and averted many wars.

Trump's tariff policy and his claims are significant from the perspective of American politics and global trade. He argues that tariffs not only boosted the economy but also prevented global conflict. Following this post, the topic continues to be debated in political circles.

Location : 
  • Washington DC

Published : 
  • 23 November 2025, 1:42 PM IST