- Trump defends tariffs as court rulings challenge his authority to impose them.
- U.S. seeks improved trade offers from 60 nations ahead of July tariff deadline.
- China labeled unreliable as trade talks intensify under looming tariff reinstatement.
President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tariffs, stating on social media that the U.S. economy is “booming because of tariffs.”
These comments come at a challenging time, as his administration faces multiple court challenges and prepares for a tough phase in global trade talks.
Courts Question Tariff Authority; Temporary Reprieve in Place
The Trump administration is actively fighting in court to hold onto its tariff powers. On May 28, the U.S. Court of International Trade handed down a ruling that Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs were unlawful. A day later, a federal court in Washington, D.C. issued a second ruling, stating that the tariffs exceeded the president’s powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
The administration requested a temporary pause on the Manhattan court’s decision and secured it, allowing a short-term reinstatement of the tariffs. However, according to Reuters, a ruling on a longer-term stay is expected later this month.
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The tariffs, introduced in April, affect a wide range of imported goods with rates ranging from 11% to over 100%. However, the majority of these measures were paused for 90 days following stock market instability, with the pause scheduled to expire in early July.
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Trading Partners Face Quick Deadline for New Offers
As the expiration date approaches, the administration is intensifying trade negotiations. Officials are reportedly requesting that major trading partners submit improved proposals on tariff reciprocity by as early as June 4. The move is intended to secure revised deals before the suspended tariffs resume.
The White House has identified approximately 60 countries as high-risk import sources. These include major economies such as the European Union, Vietnam, and South Africa. Without updated agreements, goods from these regions could soon be subject to high tariff increases.
China Remains a Central Focus in Ongoing Trade Discussions
China has emerged as a central focus of the administration’s trade efforts. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has accused Beijing of withholding goods from global markets and described the nation as “not a reliable partner.” However, a trade agreement with China remains a top priority, though no specific timeline has been provided.
Howard Lutnick, in a recent Fox News interview, said that the administration intends to hold its position as the pause expires. He noted that while deals could be signed immediately, the current approach aims to improve terms further. Lutnick added that the expiration in July would be a key moment for determining final tariff levels.
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