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During a recent Republican event, former President Donald Trump highlighted his economic achievements. While Trump spoke, House Speaker Mike Johnson was observed on his phone, seemingly following news about the stock market. Trump joked about how some Republicans were concerned about his proposed tariffs.

Trump continued to boast about his policies, including the tariffs, claiming that world leaders were eager to negotiate with him. His reciprocal tariffs on various nations, including China, went into effect shortly after. Following China's retaliatory measures, Trump urged the public to remain calm.

However, some attendees at the fundraiser expressed concerns about the potential impact of the tariffs. One Republican strategist mentioned that a major donor had temporarily paused their political contributions due to the economic uncertainty caused by the tariffs.