Trump Takes the Tariff War to a New Level: 15% Global Tariffs
In an unexpected turn of events that has rattled markets and trade partners, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he will raise his newly introduced global tariff rate from 10% to 15%, effective immediately. The announcement comes just a day after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the legal authority behind his earlier tariff scheme — setting off a dramatic policy shift. �
Reuters
On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled (6–3) that Trump had overstepped his authority under an emergency powers law when he imposed broad tariffs on nearly all foreign imports. �
TIME
In response, Trump first announced a 10% tariff on all imports, citing alternative statutory authority. �
Just 24 hours later, he boosted that rate to 15%, calling it “fully allowed and legally tested” under a provision of the Trade Act of 1974 that permits up to 15% temporary tariffs without full congressional approval. �
In a Truth Social post, Trump framed the hike as a justified retaliation against what he described as unfair trade practices by other countries that have “ripped the U.S. off for decades.” �
Business Standard
This policy shift is significant for several reasons:
A 15% tariff across most imports could increase costs for U.S. consumers and businesses that rely on foreign goods.
Economists warn that higher tariffs can fuel inflation and disrupt global supply chains.
Major trading partners such as the EU, China, Japan, India, and others now face steeper barriers to the U.S. market.
The sudden escalation has already triggered diplomatic concerns and may strain international negotiations on trade and investment.
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