Trump Targets Brazil with 50% Tariffs in Bolsonaro’s Defense

Thu Jul 10 2025 06:09:00 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump Targets Brazil with 50% Tariffs in Bolsonaro’s Defense

The U.S. faces rising tension with Brazil as Trump condemns the treatment of former President Jair Bolsonaro and threatens steep tariffs.


Trump's unexpected move to impose tariffs marks a significant political intervention and reflects ongoing U.S.-Brazilian relations following Bolsonaro’s controversial election loss.



Former President Jair Bolsonaro, once regarded as a significant ally of Donald Trump, is now at the center of escalating tensions between the United States and Brazil. In a bold response to the current Brazilian administration, President Trump announced plans to impose a staggering 50 percent tariff on all imports from Brazil. The tariffs are justified as retaliation against what Trump characterizes as a “witch hunt” surrounding Bolsonaro, who is currently facing criminal charges related to his alleged attempts to undermine Brazil's democratic process following the 2022 election.

In a pointed letter addressed to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Trump emphasized that the tariffs will come into effect on August 1. He described Bolsonaro as "a Highly Respected Leader throughout the World" and expressed outrage over Brazil’s treatment of him. Trump's approach to utilizing trade tariffs in this manner showcases his belief in using economic measures as leverage in international disputes.

The announcement comes amid ongoing legal challenges for Bolsonaro, who is facing trial for his alleged attempts to cling to power after losing a contentious election. Trump has taken a particular interest in this case, declaring that such treatment of a former leader is an "international disgrace."

According to the American Chamber of Commerce for Brazil, the United States enjoyed a $650 million trade surplus with Brazil within the first quarter of the year, based on around $20 billion in total trade. Trump's aggressive tariff plan raises questions about the potential impacts on the trade dynamics between the two nations.

In his criticism of Brazil's current government, Trump noted the apparent need to "have the Level Playing Field we must have with your Country," advocating for retaliation against perceived injustices. As the situation unfolds, it seems that U.S.-Brazil relations are in a critical phase, with the potential for further complications arising from this latest aggressive economic strategy.

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