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Firstpost18-12-2025, 13:01

Trump's 'Favourite Word' Tariffs Generate $200 Billion for US by 2025

  • President Trump called tariffs his "favourite word," highlighting them as a central tool of his economic policies.
  • US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reported over $200 billion in tariff revenue collected by December 15, 2025.
  • This revenue is attributed to more than 40 executive orders imposing new duties under the Trump administration.
  • Trump claims tariffs encourage companies to build in America, leading to record investments and factory construction.
  • Tariff revenue saw a slight dip in November, collecting $30.75 billion, down from $31.15 billion in October.

Why It Matters: Trump's tariff policies are projected to generate over $200 billion in revenue for the US by 2025.

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