President Trump just delivered yet another America First victory, announcing a landmark bilateral trade agreement with our closest ally, the United Kingdom. This agreement is not simply another empty diplomatic gesture—it’s a tangible, measurable win for American workers, farmers, and manufacturers who have long been ignored by the globalist elites.
During Friday’s White House press briefing, press secretary Karoline Leavitt could hardly contain her enthusiasm for what’s coming next: “This is just the first of many trade deals to come. Get ready for more historic deals and our country to boom like never before,” Leavitt boldly proclaimed. This wasn’t mere rhetoric; President Trump himself echoed these sentiments directly from the Oval Office, promising that “numerous” additional agreements are already in the pipeline.
Reporter: "How close are you to more deals?"@POTUS: "We're very close. We have numerous deals… Every country throughout the last 40-50 years has literally ripped off the United States… We are now making fair deals." pic.twitter.com/LPVwOmFy7a
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 8, 2025
Critics may try to belittle this accomplishment, but the facts speak louder than their complaints. The White House confirmed Thursday that the U.S.-U.K. agreement alone opens up $5 billion in new market access for American businesses. On top of that, the ten percent baseline Liberation Day tariff remains in place, projected to generate an impressive $6 billion in external revenue for our country.
The economic impact cannot be overstated. American producers of ethanol, beef, cereals, fruits, vegetables, animal feed, tobacco, soft drinks, shellfish, textiles, chemicals, machinery, and more will benefit immensely from expanded market access. British consumers, who have long admired American-made products, will now have greater and more affordable access to goods proudly stamped “Made in the U.S.A.”
President Trump’s strategy is clear and effective: negotiate from a position of strength, prioritize American interests first, and secure deals that deliver real results. Treasury Secretary Howard Lutnick is already back at work finalizing more trade agreements, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent heads to Switzerland for important trade discussions with China over the weekend. As Trump himself noted on Truth Social Friday morning, “Many Trade Deals in the hopper, all good (GREAT!) ones!”
The specifics of this U.K. deal further underscore President Trump’s commitment to reviving American manufacturing and industry. While British automobiles will receive reduced tariffs—down to just ten percent for the first 100,000 cars imported into America annually—additional imports will still face a protective 25 percent tariff. This ensures American auto workers won’t be undercut by unchecked foreign imports.
In another major coup, Rolls-Royce plane engines, which American aircraft manufacturers rely on, will now enter the U.S. tariff-free, significantly benefiting our aviation industry. Additionally, a major U.K. airline has committed to purchasing $20 billion worth of Boeing planes, infusing even more life into our aerospace sector and providing good-paying jobs for thousands of hardworking Americans.
The MAGA movement has always prioritized trade deals that put our workers first, and this agreement proves that President Trump is delivering on his promises. For decades, establishment politicians from both parties have failed to negotiate deals that benefit ordinary Americans. They allowed our jobs to be shipped overseas and our factories to be shuttered—all in the name of globalism and “free trade” that was anything but fair.
Now, under President Trump’s leadership, America is finally reclaiming its rightful place on the global economic stage. These historic trade deals are proof that strength, resolve, and America First principles are the keys to prosperity. Our nation’s manufacturers, farmers, and small businesses will once again thrive, bolstered by expanded markets and fair terms negotiated by an administration unafraid to fight for their interests.
As President Trump continues securing more of these historic trade agreements, we must stay vigilant against those who oppose our progress. Biden and his globalist allies left our economy in shambles, but the America First agenda is rebuilding it stronger than ever before. The future is bright, and as Karoline Leavitt promised, we should all “get ready”—because this is just the beginning of America’s renewed economic greatness.
