After speaking with the CEOs of GM, Ford, and Stellantis, President Donald Trump decided to offer automakers a temporary reprieve from the 25% tariffs imposed on vehicles imported from Canada and Mexico. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced this move, stating that it aims to level the playing field for U.S. automakers under the USMCA trade agreement. However, critics argue that Trump’s inconsistent tariff policies create uncertainty, making it difficult for businesses to plan investments or hiring strategies. Catherine Rampell of The Washington Post highlighted the chaos caused by these frequent policy changes, questioning how companies can operate effectively in such an unstable environment. Joshua Failé, an economist, added that the administration either ignores or misunderstands the implications of its actions, potentially benefiting wealthy oligarchs at the expense of broader economic stability. Attorney George Conway harshly criticized Trump on X, calling him ‘an incredibly incompetent clown’ for not anticipating the impact of tariffs on the auto industry. Wealth manager Peter Mullin quipped about Trump’s latest decision inciting fear in markets, while writer Aaron Blake mocked the administration’s approach as a series of short-term fixes that lack long-term vision. Despite these criticisms, reciprocal tariffs remain in place, signaling ongoing tensions in U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico trade relations.