WHY DID TRUMP SPARE RUSSIA FROM TARIFFS? | Larson Confronts USTR

Congressman John Larson pressed U.S. Trade Representative Greer with a sharp question: Why was Russia excluded from Trump’s new global tariffs, while American allies were hit hard?

On April 2nd, President Trump rolled out blanket tariffs that impacted dozens of nations — but Russia, Belarus, Cuba, and North Korea were left off the list. The administration claims Russia is already heavily sanctioned, making new tariffs unnecessary. But with billions still flowing in U.S.–Russia trade, critics argue that the explanation doesn’t hold up.

This exchange shines a light on the deeper issue: why are allies bearing the economic pain of tariffs while adversaries like Russia are seemingly let off the hook? The implications stretch far beyond trade numbers — they cut to the heart of U.S. foreign policy, credibility, and Trump’s controversial relationship with Putin.

Stay tuned as we break down what this means for America’s economy, our global alliances, and the political narrative heading into 2024.

👉 What do you think? Should Russia face even tougher tariffs, or is the sanctions approach enough? Drop your thoughts in the comments — let’s discuss.

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