Western Conservative

Trump's Tariff Blitz – The New Trade War Unleashed WC #19


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In this episode of Western Conservative, we break down President Trump's sweeping new tariff policies and what they mean for American workers and global trade.​

  • Tariffs on All Imports: Trump has imposed a minimum 10% tariff on all U.S. imports, with higher rates up to 50% targeting 57 specific countries, but suspended for 90 days/ ​

  • China in the Crosshairs: In response to China's retaliatory measures, Trump threatened an additional 50% tariff on Chinese goods, potentially raising the baseline tariff rate on many Chinese goods to 104%.

  • Pharmaceutical Tariffs: Trump has reaffirmed a commitment to significant tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals, suggesting they could reach up to 200%.

  • Global Repercussions: The administration has paused most tariffs for 90 days, but the pharmaceutical industry remains on alert for sector-specific duties. ​

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Western ConservativeBy Derek Foster