US President Donald Trump defended his recent decision to increase tariffs on China to 125 per cent during a meeting with Roger Penske’s NASCAR, INDY, and IMSA Champions at the White House. Trump emphasized that the tariff hike was essential as the previous trade imbalance with China was deemed “unsustainable.” The President stated that “somebody had to do it,” suggesting that no other US leader would have taken such a bold stance. Trump’s remarks come amid escalating trade tensions between the US and China, with both countries imposing tariffs on each other’s goods. The move to raise tariffs has sparked concerns about the impact on the global economy and has led to uncertainty in financial markets. Trump’s defense of the tariff increase reflects his administration’s commitment to addressing what they perceive as unfair trade practices by China. The President’s comments have drawn mixed reactions, with some supporting his tough stance on trade while others express concerns about the potential consequences. It remains to be seen how the trade dispute between the world’s two largest economies will unfold and what impact it will have on global trade dynamics.