He says “everybody is concerned” but will let massive policy shift “play out.” Senate Majority Leader John Thune said on Monday that his chamber will likely not intervene…
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White House Reports Countries Willing to Negotiate on Tariffs
President Trump responds to China increasing tariffs. The White House reported on Monday that over 50 nations have been in touch with the White House to negotiate regarding…
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Treasury Secretary Tells Countries Not to Retaliate over Tariffs
President Trump stopped short of fully reciprocal tariffs since “it would have been tough for a lot of countries.” As President Trump implemented tariffs on products from dozens…
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U.S. Trade Representative Speaks on President’s Tariff Strategy
The U.S. has faced high export fees for decades as international goods have flowed into the nation with low or no tariffs. United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer…
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Senate Passes Resolution to Block Tariffs Against Canada
Senators in the majority cross the aisle to spare their home states’ economies. Senators Susan Collins of Maine, Rand Paul of Kentucky, Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, and Lisa…
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Premier Ford Proposes U.S. and Canada Drop All Tariffs
He indicates a willingness to end the trade escalations. Ontario Premier Doug Ford recently indicated that Canada would be open to ending tariffs on American products if the…
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President Trump Proposes Secondary Tariffs Against Russia
He says they will be put in place if an agreement between Russia and Ukraine fails. President Donald Trump has proposed to impose secondary tariffs on Russian oil…
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President Trump Teases Tariff Reductions for China to Support TikTok Deal
He advocates for long-awaited divestment as deal deadline draws closer. President Donald Trump recently said he would consider reducing tariffs against China if TikTok’s parent company ByteDance manages…
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President Trump Threatens Tariffs on Venezuelan Oil Purchases
He faults Venezuela for sending criminals and gang members to the U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose 25 percent tariffs on any country that purchases oil from…
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U.S. and Canada to Discuss USMCA and Deescalate Tariffs
The commerce secretary had expressed optimism that an agreement would be made. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced that Canada and the U.S. will be discussing the trade relationship…
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