The US is imposing escalating tariffs on India and other nations, employing various trade laws (Sections 122, 301, 232) with often dubious pretexts like trade deficits or forced labor. The author criticizes these protectionist measures, arguing they risk increasing US costs and eroding its competitive edge, similar to India's pre-1991 experience. While acknowledging India's labor market issues, the text questions the thoroughness and fairness of US probes, particularly regarding forced labor in export chains. The author warns that process-focused judicial reviews might let these unfair tariffs persist, trivializing genuine concerns and hindering global trade.