Host: Cindy Allen

In this week’s Cindy’s Version, Cindy Allen — the Taylor Swift of Trade — takes on Bad Blood to explain the rising tensions across global trade. From the elimination of de minimis to international postal suspensions, legal fights over tariff authority, and new duty structures in Japan, Cindy breaks down why there’s “bad blood” between governments, carriers, and traders alike.

She also covers the latest on the IEEPA court case, potential Supreme Court review, and how importers should prepare for refunds and liquidation monitoring.

The federal appeals court ruling on IEEPA tariffs and what’s next at the Supreme Court

How importers can monitor liquidation reports and protect potential refunds

Japan’s new trade deal structure mirroring the EU’s 15% cap system

The impact of de minimis elimination on postal shipments — with some countries halting package delivery to the U.S.

Why carriers are refusing to act as duty collectors, leaving space for new third-party solutions

The Universal Postal Union’s surprising reversal in supporting U.S. customs authority

The role of the STOP Act in allowing USPS to appoint brokers as nominal consignees

Importers should closely monitor liquidation reports to safeguard refund eligibility.

New duty collection models are emerging as carriers step back from responsibility.

The elimination of de minimis has caused international postal disruptions and strained relationships.

UPU’s shift marks a major acknowledgment of U.S. customs authority over inbound shipments.

Interim solutions may stabilize the situation, but bad blood remains across global trade partners.

Federal Register – Section 232 & Reciprocal Tariffs Notices

Supreme Court of the United States – Docket Information

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

Universal Postal Union (UPU)

STOP Act Overview – U.S. Postal Service Inspector General

Hosts:

Cindy Allen – LinkedIn

Trade Force Multiplier

Producer:

Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn

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