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Trump imposes new tariffs on 60 countries

Trump announces new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on 60 trade partners.

Trump imposes new tariffs on 60 countries

President Trump has announced the imposition of new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on 60 countries, replacing expiring tariffs. This decision comes as part of his ongoing efforts to preserve his trade policies and strengthen the U.S. economy. The tariffs are aimed at addressing concerns over unfair trade practices and are expected to impact a wide range of imported goods.

The announcement has sparked significant reactions both domestically and internationally, with critics arguing that such tariffs could lead to increased prices for consumers and strain relationships with trading partners. Supporters, however, view this as a necessary step to protect American jobs and industries from foreign competition.

As the tariffs take effect, the administration is likely to face scrutiny over their economic impact and the potential for retaliatory measures from affected countries. This move underscores Trump's commitment to his trade agenda as he approaches the upcoming election cycle.

References / Sources

EL PAÍS English July 23, 2026

Excerpt: Trump imposes new tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on 60 countries to preserve his trade wall  EL PAÍS English

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CNBC July 23, 2026

Excerpt: Trump to slap 'sweeping' new tariffs on 60 trade partners as global duties expire  CNBC

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NBC News July 23, 2026

Excerpt: U.S. sets tariffs at 10% to 12.5% on 60 trade partners to replace expiring tariffs  NBC News

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ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos July 23, 2026

Excerpt: Trump set to impose sweeping tariffs on 60 trade partners  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

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The Washington Post July 24, 2026

Excerpt: Trump sets new tariffs to punish use of ‘forced labor,’ replacing expiring import taxes  The Washington Post

Notes: Automatically attached by recent daily source collector. Publisher URL: https://www.washingtonpost.com

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