Trump admin proposes broad new tariffs on top trading partners
The Trump administration has proposed new tariffs of up to 12.5% on numerous trading partners, citing concerns over forced labor. This initiative aims to reinforce the president's economic policies after previous tariffs were invalidated by the Supreme Court. A public hearing on the proposed tariffs is scheduled for July 7, 2026.
- ▪The proposed tariffs target 99% of imports to the United States.
- ▪Countries like China, the UK, Japan, and Brazil would face tariffs up to 12.5%.
- ▪Mexico, Canada, and the European Union would incur additional 10% tariffs.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onTrump admin proposes broad new tariffs on top trading partnersThe admin is aiming to impose new levies up to 12.5% over forced labor concerns.ByElizabeth Schulze and Isabella MurrayJune 3, 2026, 11:14 AM1:02People watch as the Doris Ocean container ship departs from the Port of Los Angeles on May 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.Mario Tama/Getty ImagesThe Trump administration is proposing a broad new set of tariffs on dozens of key trading partners, including the European Union, China, Mexico and Canada -- an aggressive move to rebuild the president's signature economic policy after many of his…
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