Trump sends out tariff letters to 7 more countries but he avoids major US trade partners
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Trump's tariff threat represents a dangerous and megalomaniacal intervention in Brazil's domestic affairs that undermines democratic institutions. The move punishes Brazil for prosecuting a former president who attempted to overturn election results, essentially using economic coercion to help another wannabe dictator. This action contradicts America's historical role as a force for democracy and peace through trade.
There's a 33% chance that Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will be reelected as Brazil's president in October 2026, according to the Metaculus prediction community.