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The Memo: Trump tariff threat muddies economic picture

President-elect Trump’s emphatic promise of new tariffs is sharpening the debate over how he will handle the economy. It’s likely the single most important domestic issue of his second term. Trump ...

Politics - The Hill - 7 hours ago

The Memo: Trump spoils for a fight with controversial Cabinet picks

President-elect Trump is spoiling for a fight as he chooses the members of his incoming administration. Provocative picks from Trump keep coming. The four most prominent so far are former Rep. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 16

Trump’s Tariffs

We explore his promise to impose a charge on foreign products entering the U.S.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 21

Pentagon chief urges 'calm, orderly' Trump transition in memo to troops

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told U.S. troops that the Pentagon will make a “calm, orderly, and professional transition” to the incoming Trump administration, according to a Wednesday memo. “Our ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

The Memo: Susie Wiles faces big challenges as Trump’s first chief of staff

The second Trump administration is beginning to populate, with the president-elect appointing a border czar, nominating an ambassador to the United Nations and choosing a leader of the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

The Memo: Gaetz and Hegseth controversies could trickle down to Trump

Allegations of inappropriate sexual conduct are complicating the paths of two of President-elect Trump’s most important nominees. In the process, they threaten to put a new spotlight on Trump’s ...

Politics - The Hill - November 18

The Memo: Gaetz seen as Trump pick most in danger of failing

President-elect Trump has sparked a Washington guessing game by selecting several controversial nominees for high-level posts. The question is whether one or more of his picks will be denied ...

Politics - The Hill - November 21

The Memo: Trump gives himself a black eye with Gaetz misfire

President-elect Trump has suffered a self-inflicted black eye with the withdrawal of former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) from consideration as attorney general. Trump had startled even some of his ...

Politics - The Hill - November 22

Trump Team Signs Transition Agreement but Shuns F.B.I. Clearances

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s team will have some formal briefings with outgoing staff members, but it has so far refused to allow the F.B.I. to do security clearances for transition members.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Bracing for Trump's tariffs

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Businesses brace for new Trump tariffs Companies are preparing for a spate of new ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Trump threatens Mexico with tariffs

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump threatens tariffs on Mexico over border crossings Former President Trump on ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Trump, tariffs and trade wars

And, Government promises overhaul of job market.

The Memo: Trump garbage-truck stunt seeks to press advantage from Biden’s 'garbage' gaffe

Former President Trump took to the cab of a garbage truck in Wisconsin late Wednesday as he sought to keep the focus on President Biden’s misstep the previous day. Biden appeared to call Trump ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

The Memo: Trump wins biggest legal victory so far as Jack Smith pulls the plug

President-elect Trump won his biggest legal victory so far on Monday when special counsel Jack Smith announced he was seeking the dismissal of the two federal cases Trump was facing. The decision ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

What Will Trump’s Tariffs Mean for Businesses?

Companies are already scrambling to avoid potential tariffs. Here’s how they could play out in Donald Trump’s second term.

Business - Inc. - November 7

From cars to planes: global manufacturers brace for Trump’s tariffs

Executives across multiple industries expect supply chain upheaval

Business - Financial Times - November 8

China Readies for Trump Tariff Wave

A senior trade official says the U.S. taxes on Chinese exports will backfire, and the country’s economy can withstand ‘external shocks.’

Business - Inc. - November 22

Mexican peso and Canadian dollar fall after Trump’s tariff pledge

European equities slip while US Treasury yields edge higher

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

How to deal with Trump’s tariff threats

Canada, Mexico and China have options to avoid a trade war

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

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 - 3 days ago

Trump’s tariffs are a reality check for markets

Bessent is a pragmatic pick, but he will not make up for the president-elect’s unpredictability

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Trump vows an additional 10% tariff on China, 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico

The president-elect plans to raise tariffs by an additional 10% on all Chinese goods coming into the U.S., according to a post on his social media platform Truth Social.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Trump vows tariffs on Mexico and Canada and deeper tariffs on China

President-elect attacks neighbors over immigration and accuses China over fentanyl entering US. Business live – latest updates Donald Trump has said that he will sign an executive order ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Trump’s tariff obsession is worse than before

Trying to close current account deficits with trade tools could cause serious damage

World - Financial Times - November 7

Could Trump’s Tariffs Lead to Higher Prices? Here’s What to Know.

The president-elect says that tariff is “the most beautiful word in the dictionary.” You may be hearing it a lot.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

Trump tariffs could cost UK £22bn of exports

The UK could face a £22bn hit to its exports if Donald Trump carries out his tariff threats, researchers say.

Dollar hits six-month high as Trump tariff talk fuels inflation fears

US Treasury yields rise as traders scale back expectations for interest rate cuts

Business - Financial Times - November 12

Business Owners Brace Themselves for Trump’s Tariffs

It’s all but certain that tariffs will soar with Donald Trump’s return to office. Many companies are struggling with the calculus that uniform tariffs of up to 20 percent may bring.

Business - Inc. - November 12

Fashion World Fears High Tariffs in Trump Administration

President-elect Donald J. Trump has threatened a tax of at least 60 percent on goods from China — a move with the potential to decimate small American brands.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

Jeffries: Pelosi is not undermining me

“It's an honor to stand on the shoulders of Speaker Nancy Pelosi,” he said Sunday.

Politics - Politico - November 17

Businesses brace for Trump's proposed tariff hikes

President-elect Donald Trump campaigned on raising tariffs -- especially on products from China -- as a way to boost manufacturing in the U.S. Carter Evans met a California business owner who's ...

Why Trump’s tariffs won’t necessarily sink shipping

The US is a sizeable, rather than giant, tassel in the global trade tapestry

World - Financial Times - November 16

Trump’s authority to impose sweeping tariffs to be put to the test

President-elect Donald Trump’s consistent campaign pledge to impose sweeping tariffs on products imported into the U.S. is likely to face stiff challenges in court and potentially pushback from ...

Politics - NBC News - November 16

China reacts to Trump's tough talk on tariffs and Taiwan

Beijing is bracing for President-elect Donald Trump's tough stance on tariffs and Taiwan. Ramy Inocencio has more on Trump's possible plans and the reaction they are eliciting abroad.

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

Assessing the arguments for protectionism

World - Financial Times - November 18

Assessing the potential economic impact of Trump's tariff proposals

Americans are bracing for President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariff hikes on imported goods. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady looks at the potential economic impact. Then, small ...

The risks of being too gloomy on Trump tariff plans

Overly pessimistic warnings of economic shocks could weaken crucial support for globalisation

World - Financial Times - November 21

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