Editorial: Trump Administration should step back from destructive tariffs

Enough, Mr. President.

We understand that some countries — particularly China — engage in trade practices that damage U.S. interests, particularly the protection of intellectual property. Others might provide systemic subsidies to key industries or adopt policies deemed unfair to U.S. farmers or manufacturers.

Concerns such as theft of intellectual property by China should be addressed. Strong measures must be taken to cease the practice and protect U.S. companies. Additionally, issues of hidden subsidies to key industries by trading partners should be tackled in negotiations, as should barriers to U.S. agricultural exports.

But the tariffs…