Donald Trump leaks private letter he sent to Japanese leader and people spot multiple ‘appalling’ errors in it
President Donald Trump, 79, has sparked criticism after sharing a letter he sent to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Truth Social. The letter, detailing new 25% tariffs on Japanese imports effective August 1, was part of similar messages sent to 13 other countries, including South Korea and Thailand.
The letter contained numerous grammatical errors, particularly unnecessary capitalizations, mirroring Trump’s erratic social media style. Critics quickly pointed out the lack of professionalism, with one X user calling it a “clown show” filled with threats and poor diplomacy.
Another user compared Trump’s grammar to an eighth-grader’s, stating he’d “get an F” from any English teacher. Many expressed disbelief that a world leader could send such a poorly written official communication.
Some mocked the letter’s tone, with one person joking it read like a “ransom note by a semi-literate kidnapper.” Others lamented the damage to decades of diplomatic trust over trade issues Trump “doesn’t even understand.”
A user questioned how foreign leaders would perceive the letter, suggesting it made Trump appear “mentally unstable.” The backlash highlights ongoing concerns about his unorthodox communication style.
The proposed tariffs, initially set for July 9, were delayed as White House officials sought trade negotiations. However, Trump’s letter reignited tensions, drawing global scrutiny.
This incident isn’t the first time Trump has faced criticism for sharing private or official correspondence online, further fueling debates about his fitness for office. Critics argue such behavior undermines U.S. credibility on the world stage.
