Hassett: Dozens of Countries Seek Tariff Negotiations Amid Ongoing Trade Tensions
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said dozens of countries are seeking to negotiate after President Donald Trump's tariffs, despite initial skepticism about their effectiveness.

White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett doubled down on the effectiveness of President Donald Trump's tariffs, stating that dozens of countries are now seeking to negotiate trade deals, following the imposition of tariffs on various products such as steel and aluminum. Hassett attributed this increase in international interest to Trump's tariffs, citing a surge in diplomatic engagements and conversations about potential trade agreements. The comments come amid ongoing tensions between the US and other countries, including Canada and China, over issues like trade and security. Hassett's remarks suggest that Trump's use of tariffs is having an impact on the global trading landscape.