Big: Treasury Posts Unexpected Surplus for June, Thanks to Tariffs

Well, this was unexpected, but it’s good news all the same. The monthly federal Treasury Report for June showed us something we’re not used to seeing: A surplus. Oh, we’re still in the red for the fiscal year, but this is a welcome step in the right direction and much of the surplus for that one month was due to tariffs. 

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On Friday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent took to X to spread the word.

Another promise made. Another promise kept.

Our nation is reaping the rewards from @POTUS’s America First agenda.

As President Trump works hard to take back our nation’s economic sovereignty, today’s Monthly Treasury Statement is demonstrating record customs duties – and with… https://t.co/LN4HI66jJg

— Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (@SecScottBessent) July 11, 2025

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As President Trump works hard to take back our nation’s economic sovereignty, today’s Monthly Treasury Statement is demonstrating record customs duties – and

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