Staff Reports
President Trump is making waves with his bold move against India. Starting August 1st, this so-called friend of America will face a stiff 25% tariff. Why? Because they refuse to cut ties with Russia, buying massive amounts of energy while most of the world demands an end to this aggression. It’s time to face facts: our friends need to act like friends.
India has notoriously high tariffs and barriers that make it hard for American businesses to thrive there. This isn’t just a minor issue; it’s a fundamental flaw in how they engage in trade. While President Trump was in office, he made it clear that dealing with these barriers was a priority. However, under the current administration, it seems the urgency to tackle these issues has fizzled out, leaving our economic interests vulnerable.
India’s long-standing relationship with Russia goes against everything we stand for during this global crisis. The fact that they continue to purchase military equipment and energy from an aggressor while we sit back and hope for diplomacy is not just naïve—it’s dangerous. This reality highlights the hypocritical nature of those who preach about global solidarity but turn a blind eye when it suits their interests.
President Trump says India will pay 25% tariff in August, suffer penalty for buying Russian energy https://t.co/pqNPpRW1TA
— HiramHawk (@HiramHawk) July 30, 2025
The 25% tariff sends a clear message: America will not tolerate this behavior. If India wants to play ball in the global arena, they need to stop bankrolling Russia’s war efforts. The time for empty gestures and diplomatic niceties is over. This is a wake-up call for India: comply with American interests or pay the price.
It’s about time we put American interests first—something this administration has utterly failed to do. We have a monumental trade deficit with India, and that must change. As Trump reminded us, we need to put our economy first and ensure our trade agreements reflect that. Let’s hope this tariff is just the beginning of a tougher approach, because it’s clear that sometimes, you need to hit people where it hurts to get their attention.
America cannot afford to be soft. Tough love is required now more than ever. Will other countries take notice, or will they continue their egregious behaviors until the U.S. takes a firmer stand? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: this is the path for a stronger, more resilient America.
