02/12/2024
Russia Gives Trump’s Tariff Threat the Cold Shoulder Over BRICS Currency
So, President Trump’s made a bold threat to hit BRICS countries with a massive 100% tariff if they dare create a new currency to rival the U.S. dollar. Sounds like a movie plot, right? Well, Russia’s not exactly shaking in its boots over it.
Dmitry Peskov, Russia’s top spokesperson, took one look at Trump’s warning and just shrugged. “Tariff threat? Please. We’re already looking beyond the dollar,” Peskov said, practically rolling his eyes. The Kremlin’s not buying it, and here’s why.
So, President Trump’s made a bold threat to hit BRICS countries with a massive 100% tariff if they dare create a new currency to rival the U.S. dollar. Sounds like a movie plot, right? Well, Russia’s not exactly shaking in its boots over it. Dmitry Peskov, Russia’s top spokesperson, took one l...