A Call To Confront The Rise Of Antisemitism
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Prices at the pump in America would then climb just as tariff-induced inflation hits the economy at a time when nearly two-thirds of Americans disapprove of Trump's handling of inflation. The other scenario, in which some importers defy Trump's threat, is not much better. The imposed secondary tariffs would further ignite inflation in America, especially if they target Chinese imports. Another ratcheting up of tariffs timed simultaneously with increases we saw in bilateral tariffs yesterday could destabilize Wall Street's equity markets again, all while quickening price increases on Main Street. Putin understands these dynamics; that's why the secondary tariff threat won't bring him to the table. It's true that blocking the sales of Russian oil would be a massive hit to the Kremlin, but he sees this as an empty threat because the plan is costly not just to Russia but to the whole world and, in particular, America. 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Instead, the U.S. and G7 should seize the $300 billion worth of Russian sovereign assets already frozen in our countries and commit them to supporting Ukraine's defense and reconstruction. Doing so will foil one of Putin's main strategies. Despite a standstill on the battlefield, he thinks he can bring Ukraine to its knees by destroying its economy. That will prove much harder if Ukraine can access Russia's frozen assets. In addition to financial support, Trump and Congress should commit to providing Ukraine with the military resources it needs to continue defending itself. After the 2024 election, Putin thinks he can wait out Ukraine's limited arsenal. Trump needs to flip the script and make clear that a war of attrition is not winnable for Russia. His decision to unpause previously approved military assistance was a good first step. But to force a rethink from Russia, Trump must go further. Committing to arming Ukraine with the weapons made by American workers and companies until Russia agrees to and upholds a ceasefire will do just that. After years of prolonged conflict and unnecessary death, there is a clear need to force Putin's hand. President Trump's instinct is right, but his approach is wrong. To get Russia off the battlefield and to the table, he must delineate a plan that makes negotiating Putin's best option, and that is one that hinders the Russian war machine, helps Ukraine and garners support from Americans and our allies.
