'Playing Chicken': GOP Rep Discusses Trump's Tariff Negotiation Strategy

In a recent interview, Representative Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) characterized President Donald Trump's approach to tariff negotiations as a high-stakes game of "playing chicken." Van Drew noted that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reported rapid progress in discussions with international partners, suggesting that the administration's aggressive tariff policies are intended to compel favorable trade agreements. However, this strategy has faced criticism for its unpredictability and potential economic repercussions.​