Topic: William Mckinley

Donald Trump discussed the history of tariffs on the Dave Ramsey podcast, citing President William McKinley's use of protectionism in the 1890s. Trump argued that tariffs made the U.S. wealthy before the implementation of the income tax system. The hosts discuss whether modern manufacturing can be revived through similar protectionist measures or if the strategy is "too little, too late."

During his CPAC remarks, Donald Trump referenced the great tariff debate of 1888 and the protectionist policies of William McKinley. Trump conflated historical tariff strategies with modern immigration concerns, arguing that foreign nations should not be permitted to "steal wealth" or jobs from the United States.