Trump Trade & Policy
Trump's proposed trade policies, tariffs, and domestic/international policy decisions.
14 events tracked
Latest in Trump Trade & Policy· Oct 23
Trump granted tariff exemptions for Canadian goods ahead of a close Senate race in Maine, signaling political calculation over consistent trade enforcement. The selective carve-outs will shift competitive advantage between sectors and alter cross-border supply chains rather than apply uniform duties across the board. Separately, the administration's beef import program has delivered only 20 percent of its target volume, leaving domestic cattle markets with less downward price pressure than intended as processors face tighter supply.
- Reported by 4 outletsabout 6 hours ago
Trump carves out tariff exemptions for Canadian goods as Collins faces reelection pressure
Trump granted tariff relief on certain Canadian products, announced by Senator Collins amid her competitive reelection campaign and inflation concerns.
The New York Times · BBC News · MarketWatch +1 more
- Single sourceabout 15 hours ago
Trump beef import program lags with only 20% of target delivered
Trump's plan to increase ground beef imports is underperforming its targets.
The New York Times
- Single source3 days ago
U.S. may open trade ties with Myanmar as policy stance evolves
BBC examines whether Trump administration will engage commercially with Myanmar's military-led government.
BBC News
- Single source9 days ago
Economic concerns pose challenge for Trump heading into midterm elections
Guardian opinion piece argues economic conditions pose political risk to Trump ahead of midterm elections.
The Guardian
- Single source10 days ago
Trump's tariff stance and Iran tensions create challenges for Michigan Senate Republicans
Trump's tariff and Iran policies are emerging as political liabilities in Michigan's competitive Senate race.
CNBC
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- Single source11 days ago
Trump faces mounting international challenges as election approaches
Trump faces mounting international challenges weeks before U.S. elections, potentially affecting investor sentiment on geopolitical risk.
BBC News
- Single source17 days ago
Trump administration permits red-dyed diesel use for highway drivers through 2026
The administration lifted restrictions on tax-exempt agricultural fuel for highway use, though local taxation and other issues persist.
MarketWatch
- Single source23 days ago
Trump promotes major infrastructure initiatives as midterm elections approach
Trump highlights $54 billion Alaskan pipeline project and other economic achievements in midterm campaign messaging.
MarketWatch
- Single source24 days ago
JPMorgan develops index to gauge Trump's likelihood of pursuing trade agreements
Wall Street creates TACO index signaling Trump should pursue a trade deal.
MarketWatch
- Single source28 days ago
Maine workers face economic pain from Trump's tariffs on neighboring Canada
Fishers, loggers and other Maine residents are suffering financial losses due to tariffs imposed on Canada, a major trading partner.
The Guardian
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- Single source28 days ago
Restricting diesel exports may fail to lower U.S. fuel costs, experts warn
Limiting overseas diesel sales could produce unintended consequences and may not achieve the goal of reducing domestic prices.
The New York Times
- Single source29 days ago
Canada Goose vulnerable to tariffs amid U.S.-Canada trade dispute
Canada Goose faces tariff exposure as Trump pursues trade tensions with Canada, threatening the luxury outerwear maker's supply chain and margins.
The New York Times
- Single sourceNOT IN MAINSTREAM YETabout 1 month ago
Zeihan questions Trump team's grasp of policy fundamentals
Peter Zeihan commentary questions whether the Trump administration understands its own policy direction.
Peter Zeihan
- Single sourceNOT IN MAINSTREAM YETabout 1 month ago
Trump mulls Kennedy Center demolition while threatening tariffs on Europe
Trump reportedly considers Kennedy Center demolition and threatens European trade cuts; UN alleges US war crimes.
Aaron Parnas