US President Trump's advisor Peter Navarro expressed anger over India's Russian oil imports and tariffs. Despite criticism on social media, Trump confirmed the continuation of trade talks with India.
Trump Tariff: The United States and India have decided to resume trade talks, but in the meantime, President Donald Trump's advisor Peter Navarro has expressed his displeasure regarding India. Navarro made sharp comments, specifically concerning India's decision to purchase Russian oil and the impact of India's tariffs on American jobs. His stance became a topic of discussion and criticism on social media.
Navarro's Claim and Social Media Reaction
Peter Navarro shared a poll on the 'X' platform, in which he claimed that American jobs are being affected by India's heavy tariffs. He also stated that India's purchase of Russian oil at discounted rates is purely for profit, thereby providing financial assistance to Russia in the Ukraine war.
However, Navarro's claim backfired on social media. Most users criticized his facts and the poll. Many described him as confused and indulging in exaggeration.
Targeting Indians
After facing criticism on social media, Navarro began targeting Indian users. He wrote on 'X' that Indian keyboard users are hijacking Community Notes and suppressing facts. According to him, India is angry about losing unfettered access to the US market, while the country's tariffs are among the highest in the world.
Trump Confirms Continuation of Trade Talks
Amidst Navarro's comments, President Donald Trump clarified that talks are ongoing between the United States and India to resolve trade barriers. Trump wrote on social media that he is excited to talk with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He believes that it is possible for both countries to reach a successful conclusion.
