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Trump’s trade philosophy, as explained by Zion, hinges on a distinction: he views the U.S. trade deficit in goods as unfair and imposed, whereas the surplus in digital and services trade as earned and justified. This ideological stance justifies, from his perspective, applying tariffs to goods while maintaining favorable digital trade conditions. However, this approach has fostered tension, as many partner nations perceive it as unjust and disruptive.