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When Data met Donald โ and died: How US Prez trumped India with fake tariff numbers
Published 24 June 2026 ยท india
A new book reveals President Trump's disregard for factual trade data concerning India, often dismissing official figures as 'bullshit numbers' to justify his imposition of
A new book reveals President Trump's disregard for factual trade data concerning India, often dismissing official figures as 'bullshit numbers' to justify his imposition of high tariffs. Despite evidence from USTR and trade representatives, Trump insisted on inflated tariff rates, leading to strained US-India relations. This approach extended to foreign policy, where his administration prioritized 'feelings over facts,' impacting global partnerships.
Published: June 24, 2026 โข 10:03 PM IST ยท Updated: June 24, 2026 โข 10:32 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
A new book reveals President Trump's disregard for factual trade data concerning India, often dismissing official figures as 'bullshit numbers' to justify his imposition of high tariffs.
Despite evidence from USTR and trade representatives, Trump insisted on inflated tariff rates, leading to strained US-India relations.
This approach extended to foreign policy, where his administration prioritized 'feelings over facts,' impacting global partnerships.