Trump Threatens 10% Global Tariff After Court Win
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Former U.S. President Donald Trump says he will impose a new 10% tariff on all imports if he wins the November election. He announced the plan following a major Supreme Court decision in his favor.
The Court ruled that a president has official immunity for actions taken while in office. This legal protection, Trump stated, gives him the power to enact the sweeping trade policy.
The proposed tariff would be a flat tax on all goods entering the United States from any foreign country. Economists warn such a move could raise prices for American consumers and disrupt global trade.
Trump argues the measure is necessary to protect U.S. factories and workers from foreign competition. He previously used tariffs as a primary tool during his first term.
The announcement directly links his recent legal victory to his future economic agenda, making trade a central issue for his campaign.