US EditionTrump dolls remarks 'really damaging messaging': Marc Short
- In a May 4, 2025, interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press,' Donald Trump indicated that American children may have to make do with fewer toys as a consequence of his trade policy measures.
- Trump made these remarks amid ongoing tariffs on imports from China aimed at reducing the U.S. Trade deficit and ensuring fairer trade deals.
- He argued that fewer imported toys, like dolls, would cost slightly more but would support domestic manufacturing and counter unfair foreign practices.
- Trump expressed that an 11-year-old girl does not require a large number of dolls, suggesting that having three or four would be sufficient, and emphasized the importance of avoiding unnecessary spending on items like toys imported from China.
- The comments drew significant political backlash but reflected Trump's commitment to tariff policies he believes will benefit the U.S. Economy long term despite short-term sacrifices.
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