Trump, Liberation Day and tariffs
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President Donald Trump declared Wednesday will serve as the nation's "Liberation Day," as he is anticipated to enact trade policies emphasizing his "America First" mission, which his administration sa...
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The BBC's Henry Zeffman and Anthony Zurcher explain the fallout from Donald Trump's global trade tariffs.
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President Donald Trump's punishing tariffs rocked global financial markets on Thursday, with the dollar and U.S. stocks tumbling as investors rushed to safe havens on fears a broadening trade war woul...
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But at the heart of the decision-making is Trump himself — who has agitated for tough tariffs for more than 40 years.
Russia and North Korea were excluded from Trump's tariff list as neither country engages in meaningful trade relations with the United States.
The tariffs are expected to follow similar recent announcements of 25 percent taxes on auto imports; levies against China, Canada, and Mexico; and expanded trade penalties on steel and aluminum.
Mr. Trump announced last week that vehicles and auto parts imported into the U.S. will be subject to a 25% tariff rate. The auto tariffs are expected to go into effect at midnight, just hours after the latest round of tariff announcements by the president Wednesday afternoon.
Donald Trump has dubbed Wednesday April 2, 2025, "Liberation Day." What is it, and how does it apply to tariffs in the United States?
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The president wants to rebalance America’s relationship with the rest of the world. Experts warn of price hikes and a possible recession.
The White House has remained reticent regarding the specifics of the potential tariffs and the countries it plans to target. But these countries could be on the list.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will speak to reporters Tuesday afternoon, a day before President Trump’s tariffs on the Canada, Mexico, China and certain product imports, are
At least four Republican lawmakers are planning to attend President Trump’s “Liberation Day” event celebrating his new slate of tariffs, according to a White House official. Senate Majority Leader John Thune,