read what they did...thoughtfully work together to find spending cuts that respect affected federal workers, while at the same time amend the tax code to ensure revenue is fairly sourced. That time it resulted in a Surplus...Reduced Debt...and a 99-1 Senate authorization.
Dems haven't changed their approach, but the GOP vows to never increase taxes...even on Billionaires. There you have it.
As for Trump's fallacious rationale for outrageous Tariffs...there is no way we can or should try to go back in time and compete for basic manufacturing items...Stupidity Personified. Frankly, I think he knows that...and is just following orders. Doesn't matter to him so long as he gets to enjoy the good life.
Not sure if you realize it yet, but you are just as much a victim as anyone else with what Trump is up to.