Trump’s tariffs would hurt some of his most loyal supporters

It is ironic that some of the first to feel the sting of his second term may be among his strongest supporters: American farmers.

Politics - The Hill - 8 hours ago

Trump tariffs would hurt US defence sector, warns Beijing adviser

Chinese government-affiliated expert says America would bear brunt of trade measures promised by president-elect

World - Financial Times - November 18

Fetterman says he would support some Trump Cabinet nominations: 'I'm not sure why that's controversial'

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) said he would support some of his Republican colleagues being nominated for various Cabinet positions in President-elect Trump's administration, saying he is "not sure" ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Trump tariffs could hurt small business owners

President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to place additional tariffs on goods imported from China, Mexico and Canada, the United States' three biggest trading partners. Some small business ...

Trump's tariff plan has some businesses scrambling

President-elect Trump's plan to raise tariffs by 25 percent on goods from Mexico and Canada and 10 percent on Chinese goods has the auto, agriculture and other industries bracing for the potential ...

Would Trump’s tariffs really be that bad? With Kimberly Clausing

Assessing the arguments for protectionism

World - Financial Times - November 18

Trump Supporters Revel in His Victory

Although some people were not sure which policies Donald J. Trump would focus on first, they were relieved and elated by the win.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Global ETFs slide as investors see Trump tariff policies hurting trade

Exchange-traded funds tracking international stocks broadly struggled as investors reacted to Donald Trump's victory.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Trump Tariffs Could Hurt Shrinking Global Luxury Goods Market

Despite seeing a post-recession bump, luxury good sales are declining and may be hit hard by Trump tariffs.

Business - Inc. - November 13

Massive EU-South American free trade pact would reduce tariffs, but some farmers are opposed

The EU and the South American trade bloc Mercosur are working to finalize a trade deal that has been in negotiation for over 20 years

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Trump’s Rehearsed Defiance Engages His Supporters

Former President Donald J. Trump’s rehearsed defiance makes his supporters feel as though there’s nothing he won’t share.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

Trump’s Treasury secretary choice: Scott Bessent, Larry Kudlow or Howard Lutnick might be picked

Support for tariffs looks like a key qualification for this crucial job in the next Trump administration.

Business - MarketWatch - November 15

Markets look past Trump tariffs, but they could be ‘life or death’ for some companies

Donald Trump’s most consistent policy commitment is to tariffs, or taxes paid by U.S. importers of foreign goods.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

Why Trump's tariff proposals have some business owners worried

President-elect Donald Trump campaigned on implementing a blanket tariff of 10% to 20% on all imports, along with an additional 60% or more on goods from China.

Why some influencers are talking tariffs ahead of Trump presidency

ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze spoke to Walmart about the potential rising cost of goods if new tariffs go into effect next year.

Why most healthcare stocks are falling with Trump’s win, with some exceptions

Investors are worried about what a Trump administration means for hospital operators and vaccine makers, but are optimistic about the fate of Medicare Advantage plan providers.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

Scientific American Editor Resigns After Calling Some Trump Supporters ‘Fascists’

Laura Helmuth, the editor in chief of Scientific American, apologized and attributed her comments, which she shared on social media, to “shock and confusion about the election results.”

Business - The New York Times - November 15

Trump's proposed tariffs would raise prices for these products, experts say

“This will directly impact people’s pocketbooks,” one expert said.

Trump picking Warsh for Treasury would empower a critic of both the Fed and tariffs

Former Federal Reserve Gov. Kevin Warsh, under consideration for Treasury secretary by President-elect Donald Trump, is known as a critic of both the Fed and protectionism.

Business - MarketWatch - November 20

Trump’s Tariffs Would Deal a Big Blow to the Auto Industry

Automakers and parts suppliers would struggle if President-elect Donald J. Trump followed through on his threat to impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

Mexico's president on Trump threat: 'One tariff would be followed by another in response'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum threatened to retaliate with her own tariffs against the United States, after President-elect Trump suggested he would impose a 25 percent tax on imported goods ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Trump Tariffs Would Hit GM and Other U.S. Automakers Hard

If 25 percent tariffs are slapped on imports from Mexico and Canada, vehicles made there by GM, Ford, and Stellantis would get more expensive.

Business - Inc. - 9 hours ago

Trump Begins to Fill Top Posts With Loyal Defenders

Also, a judge blocked a Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

How millions of US children would be hurt by Trump’s mass deportation plan: ‘Deep harm is intentional’

When Trump executes his sweeping agenda, 4 million children who are US citizens may have their lives upended. Donald Trump confirmed on Monday his intentions to make mass deportations a ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

What could Trump's return, and his tariffs, actually mean for China?

Could the tariffs Trump's threatened to slap on Chinese imports backfire and help Beijing? Some experts say they will.

Trump expands search for Treasury secretary

President-elect’s top economic appointment has kicked off fierce lobbying among loyalists

Business - Financial Times - November 18

Without the EU, the joke is on us if Trump gets his tariffs | William Keegan

Stronger ties with the single market is the only way to stop the president-elect from having the last laugh. ‘As democracy is perfected, the office of president represents, more and more closely, ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Elon Musk Steps Up His Support for Donald Trump’s Campaign

The tech mogul is pushing even harder in the final days of the presidential race to get Donald Trump re-elected, with plenty at stake for his businesses.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

Elon Musk Is Already Asking Trump for Payback After Supporting His Campaign

The billionaire CEO reportedly began lobbying Trump to hire SpaceX employees for top Defense Department roles to help with government contracts and derail regulators.

Business - Inc. - November 7

Howard Lutnick Is Scouting Trump’s Nominees. Some Will Oversee His Interests.

Howard Lutnick, co-chair of the president-elect’s transition team and a Wall Street financier, is leading the search for appointees while still running his businesses.

Business - The New York Times - November 9

A Unified Republican Congress Would Give Trump Broad Power for His Agenda

A G.O.P. House and Senate could advance Trump-backed legislation and nominees, but thin margins and the filibuster could pose roadblocks and cause Republicans political trouble.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

How Trump should impose tariffs

Policymakers need to update their approach if they are determined to use trade measures to protect industry

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Trump ‘most likely’ needs 60 votes in Senate to enact tariff plan, Sen. Rick Scott suggests

There's a debate as to whether President-elect Donald Trump can enact a sweeping tariff plan with or without congressional approval.

Business - CNBC - November 10

Walmart Is Testing a Smart New Idea, and Its Most Loyal Customers Will Be Very Happy

We’re not going back to how things were. But maybe the future can be better.

Business - Inc. - November 9

Walmart may have to raise some prices if Trump tariffs take effect, CFO says

The discounter's comments are the latest warning from retail leaders about the potential impact of the tariffs.

Business - CNBC - November 19

Walmart will likely raise some prices if Trump tariffs take effect, CFO says

Walmart’s CFO John David Rainey said the retailer would likely have to raise prices on some items if President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs take effect.

Walmart CFO says some prices might rise if Trump's tariffs take effect

A Walmart executive warned that President-elect Trump’s plans to raise tariffs on imports could drive the retail giant to increase the price of store items. “We never want to raise prices,” ...

Politics - The Hill - November 19

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