Trump Tells Americans to ‘Hang Tough’ Amid Tariff Turbulence, Promises ‘Historic’ Outcome

The president says tariffs are part of an ‘economic revolution.’

President Donald Trump signs an executive order imposing tariffs on imported goods during a 'Make America Wealthy Again' trade announcement event in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington on April 2, 2025. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

President Donald Trump on Saturday called on Americans to “hang tough” through what he described as a difficult-but-necessary adjustment period following his sweeping new tariff policy, which has reset U.S. trade strategy and triggered a global market selloff.

In an April 5 post on Truth Social, Trump described the moment as an “economic revolution,” saying that the outcome will be historic.