Donald Trump, Tariffs
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Less than half of Trump 2024 voters, 46%, said they would support tariffs on China — one of America’s biggest trading partners — even if they lead to rising prices domestically. Around a third, 32%, said they would only support tariffs if they do not increase prices.
Trump has announced reciprocal tariffs on dozens of American trading partners, as well as new tariffs on copper and pharmaceuticals.
President Trump said Indonesia has completely caved on trade negotiations, eliminating all tariffs on U.S. goods and agreeing to pay the 19% on things they buy from America. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP We made a deal with Indonesia.
Trump threatened to escalate tariffs beyond 35% if Canada opts to retaliate with tariffs on U.S. goods. Canadian goods are also subject to sector-specific tariffs, such as 50% levies on steel and aluminum as well as 25% tariffs on non-USMCA compliant autos and auto parts.
President Trump announcing new tariffs of 30% on Mexico and the European Union to start on August 1. European trade ministers are meeting today after pausing their retaliatory tariffs that were supposed to start today.
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq retreat from record highs as President Trump rolled out a fresh tariff against Canada, following Brazil hit. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve and Chairman Powell are under fire for spending on renovations.
The move comes amid a separate push by President Trump to increase tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners, including Mexico, which was told over the weekend to expect 30% tariffs starting in August.
The pause on the biggest of Trump's tariffs won't end this week, as planned, but the problems they present still loom large.