Tariffs between 10% and 12.5% announced on 60 countries by Trump administration due to imports linked to forced labor
New Tariffs on Countries Lacking Forced Labor Bans In Washington, the Trump administration is gradually increasing tariffs on 60 countries that haven’t implemented restrictions on imports related to forced labor. This comes as a worldwide 10% tariff is set to expire on Friday. On Thursday, government officials revealed that countries introducing bans on forced labor […]
US and Mexico restart USMCA trade discussions as Trump imposes new tariffs on Canada
MEXICO CITY, July 21 – Trade negotiators from the U.S. and Mexico are set to meet Tuesday for a third round of discussions aimed at revising the North American trade agreement, especially as President Trump implements new tariffs on Canada. This round of talks, which does not involve Canada, is scheduled to unfold over three […]
Canadian Dollar drops as new US tariffs and lower-than-expected inflation take their toll.
The exchange rate between the US dollar and the Canadian dollar is currently favorable as the US dollar holds strong amid rising tensions in the Middle East. However, the Canadian dollar is also feeling the strain from renewed trade disputes with the US. As of now, the exchange rate sits around 1.4084, marking a second […]
Trump imposes unexpected 50% tariffs on Canada without informing Carney during their World Cup discussion.
Trump Implements 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods WASHINGTON — President Trump has announced significant 50% tariffs on a selection of Canadian products, citing what the administration has labeled as “ongoing discrimination” against American goods. The tariffs will affect various imported items, such as wine, hockey sticks, and cement, with implementation set for within 30 days. […]
Teamsters call on Trump to enforce high tariffs on beer imports from Mexico
One of the major labor unions in the U.S., the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, is urging President Donald Trump to encourage more domestic brewing of beer, specifically by imposing substantial tariffs on beer imported from Mexico. They argue that American workers should produce the beer that Americans love rather than relying on imports. This request […]
Trump: Canada Will Be Charged Tariffs for Smoke Pollution Affecting the U.S.
Trump Calls Canadian Smoke Pollution Unacceptable On Friday, President Donald Trump expressed his frustration over smoke pollution from Canadian wildfires impacting areas from the Great Lakes to the mid-Atlantic, labeling it “totally unacceptable.” He indicated that the expenses incurred by the U.S. would be added to tariffs on Canada. After leaving a smoky Washington, D.C., […]
Trump blames Canada for neglect regarding wildfire smoke and tariffs
Doctors warn millions of Americans face unhealthy air from wildfires With many individuals grappling with poor air quality due to wildfires in Canada, cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Fernando Safdie shared crucial health recommendations. He suggests that people, especially those at greater risk like the elderly, young children, and pregnant women, should stay indoors and consider using […]
U.S. Imposes 25 Percent Tariffs on Brazil Due to Unfair Trade Practices
New Tariffs on Brazilian Imports Announced President Donald Trump has instructed the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to implement a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil. This move comes as a response to what is deemed unfair trade practices by Brazil that have placed U.S. businesses at a disadvantage. Set to take […]
American Ally Has Added Measures to Harm US Businesses Beyond Tariffs
Rethinking Trade Challenges Beyond Tariffs For a long time, tariffs have been at the forefront of trade discussions in Washington. They grab attention and influence negotiations, but if lawmakers truly want to safeguard U.S. competitiveness, they should shift their focus toward non-tariff barriers that are increasingly affecting American businesses overseas. These barriers come in various […]
Senators Husted and Moreno call for $67B in solar tariffs on China in DHS bill
Ohio Senators Challenge China’s Tax Evasion via Tariff Moratorium Two Republican senators from Ohio have claimed that Chinese companies evaded billions in taxes through a controversial tariff moratorium during the Biden administration, which was later deemed illegal. They are now urging the Department of Homeland Security to send the bill to China. In 2022, the […]