It was a philosophy put into action by President Donald Trump but enunciated by top aide Stephen Miller. Adam Gray/ReutersWhat’s more, Trump quickly declared the United States would effectively run the oil-rich nation for the foreseeable future. Indeed, estimates soon predicted average American families would see their spending rise by thousands of dollars as Trump’s tariffs settled in. Trump’s supporters, however, broadly say he has made the world respect the United States again and no longer take for granted its protection or generosity. AMERICAN BATTLEGROUND is an ongoing CNN series about the impact of the Trump administration on politics and culture.

Source: CNN January 20, 2026 11:31 UTC