Donald Trump leaks private letter he sent to Japanese leader and people spot multiple ‘appalling’ errors in it

Former U.S. President Donald Trump, 79, has drawn criticism after sharing a series of official letters he sent to 14 countries, including Japan and South Korea, outlining tariffs they may face.

Trump posted the two-page letter to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Truth Social on July 7. The letter threatens a 25% tariff on Japanese imports starting August 1 and was reportedly sent to 13 other nations as well.

Critics were quick to notice numerous grammar mistakes and strange formatting in the letter, particularly unnecessary capitalizations that resembled Trump’s typical online posts.

This isn’t the first time Trump has shared sensitive communications. He previously posted private messages from NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee.

Social media users expressed dismay, calling the letter undiplomatic and poorly written. One commenter said it resembled a “clown show” and accused Trump of damaging longstanding alliances over misunderstood trade issues.

Another user joked that any eighth-grade teacher would fail Trump for his grammar, while others described the letter as resembling a ransom note or a child’s school assignment.

The tone and quality of the letter left many questioning Trump’s grasp of diplomacy and the English language. One user summed up the global reaction: “No wonder the world thinks he’s a clown.”