Eric’s concerns highlight economic costs (consumer price hikes, historical trade war risks), diplomatic fallout (alienating Canada, weakening alliances), and Reagan’s free-trade legacy, backed by facts like the $700 billion trade volume and $1,200 household cost.

Jennifer counters with Trump’s protectionism (job preservation, leverage in negotiations), historical precedent (Reagan’s motorcycle tariffs), and political appeal, using real details like the USMCA and Canada’s export reliance.