Trump Enforces Firm Tariffs and Trade Measures Amid Negotiation Tensions
President Trump announced there will be no extension to the August tariff deadline, escalating trade tensions and signaling a firm stance in ongoing trade disputes.
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Trade Tensions Escalate as Tariffs and Deadlines Shift
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the US will revert to higher tariff rates on countries that do not reach trade agreements by August 1, after a tariff pause, with the administration sending letters to enforce these tariffs, potentially causing market instability.
Trump's Tariff Strategy Shifts as Deadline Approaches
The Trump administration has set an August deadline for trade negotiations, but officials suggest there may be flexibility, with some agreements already reached or close to completion, and tariffs potentially changing for multiple countries. The administration emphasizes leverage in negotiations, though the final decisions rest with President Trump.