Topic: Car Tariffs

Donald Trump details economic plans on Maria Bartiromo's show, including making car loan interest tax-deductible and eliminating taxes on tips and Social Security. Trump asserts that high tariffs will force car companies to move production from Mexico and China back to the United States.

Media outlets including CBS News and Scripps News are criticized for taking Donald Trump's "bloodbath" comment out of context during a rally in Dayton, Ohio. While reports suggested he was threatening political violence, the full clip reveals he was discussing the economic impact of Chinese car manufacturing in Mexico and the necessity of 100% tariffs.

President Trump threatened Mexico with auto tariffs and border closures if migrant apprehension does not increase. Reports from the KJZZ Fronteras Desk indicate that partial shutdowns are already causing nine-hour wait times for shipping in El Paso and Juarez. The logistical reality of daily border crossers for work and school is questioned.

President Trump announced a new bilateral trade agreement with Mexico, potentially replacing NAFTA. The deal was finalized via a speakerphone call with outgoing Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto, which the Guardian mocked for technical delays. Canada remains excluded from the current agreement, facing pressure from potential car tariffs if they do not agree to new concessions.