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In reply to the discussion: Trump considering a 10% tariff on all imports to the U.S. [View all]former9thward
(33,424 posts)6. How can Biden do that?
Biden wants to triple tariffs.
Biden calls for a tripling of tariffs on Chinese steel as he makes economic pitch in Pittsburgh
Speaking from the United Steelworkers headquarters, Biden called on United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai to consider tripling the existing 7.5% tariff rate on Chinese steel and aluminum through a review of the Section 301 tariff rate, pending the conclusion of a four-year review.
Officials expect the ongoing review to be completed soon, and Tai could take action to (enhance) the effectiveness of the tariffs based on its findings, a senior official said.
https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/17/politics/biden-tariffs-chinese-steel-economic-pitch/index.html
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No you don't have to be either a protectionist or proponent of free trade.
Progressive dog
Apr 2024
#36
I have posted the WTO sheet on U.S. tariffs at least twice in this thread.
former9thward
Apr 2024
#37
Trump threatens to raise tariffs to get "favors", if countries call his bluff, poor Americans suffer the most.
Freethinker65
Apr 2024
#4
You seem to be unaware Biden has kept Trump's tariffs on various products.
former9thward
Apr 2024
#19
There is a difference between a tariff on everything vs just on Chinese steel.
LiberalFighter
Apr 2024
#21