Trump's 2025 Shockwave: Tariffs, H1-B Fees, Travel Bans Jolt World

• Donald Trump's second term (Jan 2025) saw sweeping tariffs on 90+ countries, including a 50% duty on Indian imports, citing funding Russia's war.
• Trump claimed peacemaker roles in Ukraine-Russia and India-Pakistan conflicts, asserting he prevented a nuclear war using tariffs as leverage.
• A $100,000 H1-B visa fee and a wage-weighted lottery system (from 2026) significantly impact skilled foreign professionals, especially Indians.
• Expanded travel bans to 39 nations, effective Jan 2026, citing terrorism, conflict, and visa overstays.
• Announced 'Golden Dome', a $175 billion missile defense system against China and Russia, targeting HGVs and AI-equipped drones.

Why It Matters: Trump's second term unleashed aggressive policies, profoundly impacting global trade, immigration, and security.