On April 2, the U.S. government announced the imposition of “reciprocal tariffs” on all trading partners. This outrageous measure, dubbed “Liberation Day Tariffs” by American media, quickly sent shockwaves across the globe. While framed as a means of protecting domestic interests, the move is accelerating America’s global isolation, harming not only Africa, U.S. allies, and even its own economy. “Liberation Day Tariffs” Backfire on the U.S. Economy Superficially aimed at revitalizing U.S. manufacturing, the tariffs are instead forcing the nation to swallow a bitter pill. Increased import costs are being passed on to American consumers. Within two days of the…