Trump: If We Lose the Tariff Case, America Could Become a 'Third World' Country

On November 3rd, U.S. President Trump declared, "The tariff case next week is among the most significant cases in U.S. history. Were the President not permitted to utilize tariffs, we would be at a distinct disadvantage in competing with all other nations across the world, especially the 'major countries.' Our recent successful negotiations with numerous other countries have placed us in a favorable stance merely because we have tariffs to negotiate fair and sustainable pacts." "If the President is unable to promptly and flexibly wield the power of tariffs, we will be left vulnerable, and it might even bring about the ruin of our country. I will not attend the Supreme Court's tariff hearing on Wednesday as I do not wish to divert attention from the gravity of this decision." "In my perspective, this will be one of the most momentous and crucial decisions ever made by the U.S. Supreme Court. If we emerge victorious, we will be the wealthiest and safest country in the world. If we suffer a defeat, our nation could descend to a level nearly akin to a third world. (Golden Ten)"