Trump Adviser Defends Trade Tariffs as a Step Toward Economic Independence
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senior Trump adviser Stephen Miller strongly defended the administration’s America-first trade policy on Thursday, urging Americans to support high-quality, U.S.-made products—even if it means paying a little more.
Speaking at a White House briefing, Miller said President Trump’s recent remark about children having “two dolls instead of 30” highlights the importance of quality, safety, and American jobs over the flood of cheap, poorly made imports from Communist China.
“Would you rather save a buck on a toy coated in lead paint or spend a little more for something built to last right here in America?” Miller asked.
Putting American Workers and Families First
President Trump has implemented strong tariffs of up to 145% on Chinese goods since returning to office, reversing decades of unfair trade deals that hollowed out U.S. manufacturing.
Miller emphasized that Trump’s economic policies — including tax cuts, energy independence, and regulatory reform — are making it cheaper and easier for businesses to manufacture goods in the U.S.A.
“These tariffs aren’t just about economics,” Miller said. “They’re about protecting American workers, safeguarding our families, and restoring national pride.”
Quality Over Quantity: A Smarter, Safer Choice for Families
President Trump explained the trade-off simply: “Maybe kids will have two dolls instead of 30. But they’ll be safer, better, and made in America.”
With growing concerns over the safety of Chinese-made products, especially those marketed to children, Trump’s comments struck a chord with millions of parents and grandparents.
Cheap doesn’t mean better. Many foreign-made toys have failed basic U.S. safety tests — while American-made products are built to last, and made with care.
America Doesn’t Need China’s Cheap Goods
Trump made it clear that America is moving away from reliance on Beijing.
“We don’t need what China is producing. We’re rebuilding our supply chains, growing our own economy, and putting America back to work.”
His remarks came just as the Commerce Department reported a 0.3% GDP dip in Q1 — a warning sign for some, but one the Trump administration says is being addressed through bold, long-term policies to fuel real economic growth.
Bottom Line: Buy American, Build American, Believe in America
President Trump and his team are betting on the American people — and the American spirit — to rebuild what globalism tried to tear down.
By supporting U.S.-made products, families are not just buying safer goods — they’re investing in their country’s future.