USDA Stops Cattle Imports from Mexico Because of Flesh-Eating Pest
The Trump administration has halted the import of live cattle, horses, and bison due to the emergence of dangerous pests that may cross the southern border. On Sunday, Brooke Rollins, Director General of the USDA, announced that the New World Screwworm (NWS) has led to these restrictions at the southern ports as the pest makes […]
US closes southern border to livestock imports to prevent the spread of harmful flies
The Trump administration has placed a temporary ban on importing cattle, horses, and bison through ports along the tropical border in response to the swift spread of Mexican New World Screwworms (NWS). USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the ban on a platform on Sunday. “Given the threat posed by screw worms, I’m declaring an immediate […]
USDA stops live animal imports at the US-Mexico border
On Sunday, Agriculture Secretary Brook Rollins declared that the United States will halt livestock imports at ports along the tropical border, reacting to the ongoing spread of Mexico’s “New World Screwworm” (NWS). This decision follows the detection of the NWS on isolated farms located north of Oaxaca and Veracruz, approximately 700 miles from the US […]
Trump suggests an 80 percent tax on imports from China
President Trump announced on Friday that the U.S. could reduce tariff pressure on China, cutting the import tax from 145% to 80%. “China’s 80% tariffs seem right! Until Scott B,” Trump mentioned in a post regarding Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent, hinting at future discussions. The suggested new tariff rates align with Trump’s earlier idea of […]
Trade deficit reaches all-time high in March due to increase in imports
Scott Bescent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, has inked a deal with Ukraine, while President Trump focuses on tax cuts and legislation aimed at clarifying trade tariffs with China. This comes in the wake of increasing concerns about the growing U.S. trade deficit, which reached unprecedented levels. According to the Commerce Department’s report released on Tuesday, […]
Trump intensifies his criticism of low-cost Chinese imports
Trump Resurges with Criticism of China’s Imports President Trump has reignited his criticism of China’s low-cost imports, maintaining his view that if American kids “have two dolls, not 30 years old,” they’ll be just fine. In an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” aired on Sunday, Trump reiterated, “I don’t think that you need a […]
India Prohibits All Imports From Pakistan Following Tensions Over Pahalgam Terror Attack
New Delhi: India has implemented a strict ban on all imports from Pakistan, amid rising tensions following the recent terrorist attacks in Pahargam. Officials stated that this decision, aimed at safeguarding national security, encompasses all goods in transit from Pakistan. Any exceptions will require prior approval from the government. “Any direct or indirect import, or […]
Why is Trump ending the ‘de minimis’ tariff loophole on low-value imports? | Trump tariffs
One minute of the night on Friday, Eastern Time is a US tariff exemption that has helped fuel the rise of companies like Shein and Temu and shut down cheap fast fashion and other household items in the wardrobes of millions of Americans. As part of US President Donald Trump's surge in tariffs on China, […]
USDA threatens Mexico’s beef imports over fear of flesh-eating parasite spreading northward: report
The USDA reportedly warned that Mexico would halt imports of all living animals unless the country implements stronger measures to stop the spread of carnivorous parasites north. Agriculture Secretary Brook Rollins issued a scathing letter on Saturday from her Mexican counterpart, threatening to block the import of live cows, bison and horses if the government […]
UK set to ramp up weapons production to reduce reliance on US and French imports | Defence policy
The UK plans to significantly increase its arms production as it no longer relies on imports from the US and France. This is when British and European defense companies are moving away from purchasing US weapons and equipment due to concerns over President Donald Trump’s unreliable military partner. First reported The eraBAE Systems, a British […]