Second-Administration

Trump implements massive tariffs as concerns mount over market manipulation

2025-02-04 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

Trump implements 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, 10% on China effective February 4, 2025, with plans for universal 10% tariffs. Senate Democrats later call for SEC investigation after Trump posts “GREAT TIME TO BUY” before announcing tariff pause in April, raising his net worth by $415 …

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Trump's Second Term Tariff Exemptions Made in Secret Without Public Process

2025-01-01 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

In Trump’s second term, tariff policy became increasingly opaque, with exemptions granted through a non-transparent process heavily influenced by lobbyists and political connections. The administration replaced the previous public application process with closed-door negotiations, raising …

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