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Johnny2X2X

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5. I don't understand how this is true

Reply to gab13by13 (Original post)

Mon May 5, 2025, 12:33 PM

May 2025

Tariffs are applied at the port of entry. Tariffs aren't applied when ships leave China, or when sales are made.

They don't grandfather ships in who are on their way. The ship could literally be an hour from port when the tariffs are applied and the goods they then carried would cost more once they are unloaded.

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The Last Tariff Free Chinese Ships Arrive This Week [View all] gab13by13 May 2025 OP

When MAGA sees empty shelfs and crazy high prices for what is there, they will understand... mitch96 May 2025 #1

They'll twist themselves into pretzels trying to blame President Biden kimbutgar May 2025 #3

Yup, their mantra...Goodtfg, BadBiden uff what assholes...nt mitch96 May 2025 #4

Magas are Codifer May 2025 #6

Going to be an educational experience for many Americans. republianmushroom May 2025 #2

I don't understand how this is true Johnny2X2X May 2025 #5

There's already price increases. Mr. Evil May 2025 #7