Trump says if the US still has high tariffs a year from now, it would be a 'total victory'

Trump said this week it would be a "total victory" if high tariffs are still around in a year.

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• Trump considers high tariffs a "total victory" if they remain in place next year.
• He believes tariffs will encourage US production and reduce trade deficits with other countries.
• Despite claims of trade talks, China denies ongoing negotiations with the US.

President Donald Trump said if the US still has high tariffs on foreign imports a year from now...