Part 7/9:
Retaliating Against Lethal Trade Practices
Nikar's passionate appeal emphasizes the need for the U.S. to retaliate against China for its harmful trade practices, particularly its involvement in the trade of illicit fentanyl—a deadly drug contributing to thousands of American deaths. She argues that the U.S. has legitimate laws that allow for a broad range of retaliatory measures, including the imposition of tariffs. The purpose would not just be punitive; the revenue from these tariffs could fund educational programs and public health initiatives aimed at combating the fentanyl crisis.