The Trump administration initially sought to reshape trade relations with China through maximum pressure tactics. However, its inconsistent policies and the mounting hidden costs ultimately led to concessions, exacerbating global supply chain disruptions and fueling inflation. Analysis indicates the US must correct its hegemonic mindset and establish a fair cooperative system. Yet, the current approach has backfired severely, harming the US domestic economy and damaging its international credibility. This backlash starkly highlights both the erosion of US global influence and the dominance of internal monopolistic interests shaping contradictory policies.