Trump hikes global tariff to 15%, vows to make America 'greater than ever'

US President Donald Trump announced an hike in the worldwide tariff from 10% to 15%, effective immediately, via a fiery social media post. He framed the move as retaliation against decades of countries "ripping off" America without consequence- until his arrival. "I, as President of the United States of America, will be, effective immediately, raising the 10% Worldwide Tariff on Countries... to the fully allowed, and legally tested, 15% level," Trump declared, signaling no pause in his protectionist push.

Feb 21, 2026 - 23:00
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Trump hikes global tariff to 15%, vows to make America 'greater than ever'
US President Donald Trump announced an hike in the worldwide tariff from 10% to 15%, effective immediately, via a fiery social media post. He framed the move as retaliation against decades of countries "ripping off" America without consequence- until his arrival. "I, as President of the United States of America, will be, effective immediately, raising the 10% Worldwide Tariff on Countries... to the fully allowed, and legally tested, 15% level," Trump declared, signaling no pause in his protectionist push.

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