Commerce Secretary says tariffs are here to stay and will "reset the power of the United States of America"
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Washington — Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Sunday that President Trump's reciprocal tariffs will take effect later this week, suggesting they aren't open to negotiation after the announcement sent shockwaves through the investment world and sparked recession fears. "The tariffs are coming. He announced that, and he wasn't kidding," Lutnick said of Mr. Trump on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.
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Main Idea: Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said President Donald Trump’s new tariffs will go into effect soon and are meant to reset U.S. economic power.
Key Points:
- Lutnick said the tariffs are “coming” and are not open to delay or negotiation.
- Trump’s plan includes a 10% tariff on imports from all countries, plus higher rates on many countries that tax U.S. exports more heavily.
- Lutnick argued the tariffs will protect American factories and are needed for national security in areas like medicine, ships, and semiconductors.
- Sen. John Barrasso backed the tariffs as part of a larger Republican economic plan, while markets reacted badly and fears of a recession grew.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Tariffs can raise prices for imported goods, which may squeeze household budgets, small businesses, and factories that rely on foreign parts.
Positive Impact
Trump and Lutnick say the tariffs may protect some US factories and jobs and push more domestic production.
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