Trump touts how he ‘helped’ Tim Cook with US tariff pivots

President Trump met today with the El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, and as part of the press coverage he answered questions related to US tariffs, including a mention of speaking to Apple CEO Tim Cook and helping him out recently. Trump says ‘I speak to Tim Cook’ in response to tariff questions Despite ongoing volatility around US tariff policy, for now at least, Apple seems to have largely dodged a bullet with the recently announced exclusions for smartphones, laptops, computer processors, and more. Though it was previously unknown why such exclusions went into effect, it seems Trump’s relationship with Tim Cook was a factor. Earlier today, when discussing possible short-term tariff exemptions for various products, Trump speaks first about the auto industry then is asked: “What about any Apple products, other cell phones?” Here is his response (via Aaron Rupar): Look, I’m a very flexible person. I don’t change my mind, but I’m flexible. And you have to be. You just can’t ha ... Read full article.