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Trump’s Canadian tariffs are having a chilling effect on Vermont’s small business owners

The Green Mountain State's small businesses are getting caught in the tariff crossfire between the United States and Canada.

CNBC - 4d

Trump’s reciprocal tariffs could bring stagflation — and deflate his support

Trump campaigned on bringing prices down. If tariffs spike inflation and slow U.S. growth, his popularity could suffer.

MarketWatch - 18h

Republicans worry Trump's tariffs could harm economy

Republican lawmakers are growing alarmed over signs that President Trump’s expanding trade war is hurting the economy, something they’re hearing from constituents at home who are struggling to ...

The Hill - Mar. 10

Drug policy expert on fentanyl crisis and tariffs

Drug policy expert Sheila Vakharia joins to discuss the Trump administration's tariffs and their connection to fentanyl, the latest CDC data on overdose rates, and what's actually helping in the ...

CBS News - Mar. 10

Trade partners impose new tariffs on U.S.

Both Canada and China launched new tariffs on the U.S. today in the escalating international trade war. Canada targeted energy exports and China’s focus is on agricultural goods. NBC News’ Kelly ...

NBC News - Mar. 10

Trump’s Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Take Effect

President Trump imposed a 25 percent tariff on metal imports. The move is expected to raise costs for U.S. manufacturers of cars, solar panels and other products, potentially slowing the economy.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

Trump says tariff approach shows 'flexibility' not 'inconsistency'

President Trump on Wednesday disputed that his repeated threats of tariffs followed by exemptions or backtracking was not a case of inconsistency, but of “flexibility,” even as the approach has ...

The Hill - 6d

Stocks slide into correction as tariff anxiety persists.

The S&P 500 is on the cusp of closing in a correction, or a 10% drop from its February high. Constantly moving goal posts on tariffs and trade have rattled investors.

The New York Times - 5d

How Trump’s Tariffs Affect U.S. Farmers

Retaliatory tariffs are hitting U.S. farmers hard, particularly in states that voted for Trump. Ana Swanson, an Iowa native who covers trade and international economics for The New York Times, ...

The New York Times - 4d

Rubio, Brennan tangle over Trump’s tariff impacts

Secretary of State Marco Rubio joined CBS News’s Margaret Brennan on Sunday’s “Face the Nation,” where he was pressed about the implications of President Trump’s tariff plan. “Isn’t there a risk ...

The Hill - 3d

Bessent reveals how Trump will decide reciprocal tariffs

President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs could go well beyond matching import taxes imposed on U.S. goods by other nations, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday. In an interview, Bessent said ...

The Hill - 23h

Trump’s Tariff Policies Jolt Auto Industry Executives

President Trump’s approach to tariffs has unsettled many corporate leaders who believed he would use the levies as a negotiating tool. As it turns out, he sees them as an end in themselves.

The New York Times - 15h

Trump will not impose 50% Canadian steel, aluminum tariffs tomorrow, says top trade advisor

President Donald Trump also declared that if Canada does not lift other tariffs on the U.S., he will "substantially increase" auto import tariffs next month.

CNBC - Mar. 11

'I'm not going to bend at all': Trump doubles down on tariff plans as stocks sink

Trump said he would not change his mind about imposing "reciprocal tariffs" on other countries that have their own tariffs on U.S. goods.

CNBC - 5d

Ignore Democrats’ hysteria: Trumponomics is working

Tariffs, tariffs, tariffs. That is all the media talks about these days

The Hill - 5d

This cinema stock is a ‘safe bet in a volatile market’ — and it’s not AMC or Cinemark

High-end movie-theater operator IMAX Corp. is well-positioned to shine in a tough macroeconomic environment, according to analyst firm Benchmark.

MarketWatch - Mar. 11

‘Song of the North’ Uses Puppets to Help a Persian Epic Spring to Life

Hamid Rahmanian has made it his life’s work to share the richness of Iranian culture. “Song of the North,” at the New Victory Theater, is just the latest installment.

The New York Times - 5d

Florida Mayor Drops Threat to Evict Cinema Over Showing of ‘No Other Land’

After an emotional city meeting, the mayor of Miami Beach dropped his effort to end a theater’s lease over its showing of “No Other Land.”

The New York Times - 50m

Trump addresses economy concerns amid shifting policy on tariffs

President Donald Trump addressed concerns around the economy after a volatile week on Wall Street. It comes as Trump imposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico only to change course and pause some ...

NBC News - Mar. 8

Explaining the stock market uncertainty amid tariff back-and-forths with Canada

Economic uncertainty looms over Wall Street after a back-and-forth between the U.S. and Canada on tariffs. On Wednesday, the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. CBS ...

CBS News - Mar. 11

Europe and Canada retaliate against Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs

President Trump touted better-than-expected inflation numbers Wednesday, as the trade war is escalating. Canada and the European Union announced new tariffs on U.S. goods after Trump’s sweeping ...

NBC News - 6d

Donald Trump threatens 200% tariff on EU wine and champagne

US president says levy on alcohol imports would be retaliation for ‘nasty’ 50% tariff imposed on bourbon whiskey. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump has threatened a 200% ...

The Guardian - 5d

House Republican: Trump is 'right over the target' with EU wine tariff threat

Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) applauded President Trump’s threat to put a 200 percent tariff on wine, Champagne and other alcohol imported from the European Union (EU) if the bloc does not remove a ...

The Hill - 5d

Trump threatens 200% tariff on EU liquor; US stocks continue to fall

Recession fears are growing as President Donald Trump is threatening to impose 200 percent tariffs on alcohol from the European Union, sending stocks plunging yet again. "I'm not going to bend at ...

NBC News - 5d

Sweeping Tariffs Threaten to Undo a 30-Year Trade Alliance

The stiff tariffs President Trump briefly imposed on Mexico and Canada this week could have pushed those allies into recession. The impact for America would be messy.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

Ontario's Premier Doug Ford moving ahead with tariffs on the U.S.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford will start tariffs directed at the United States on Monday, unless President Trump's threat of a trade war with Canada comes to an end.

CBS News - Mar. 8

Japan to Send Trade Minister to the U.S. Amid Tariff Tensions

The minister, Yoji Muto, is expected to negotiate with U.S. officials ahead of global tariffs that could damage Japanese businesses, including automotive giants.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Trump rejects pleas from business for more clarity on tariffs: 'They always say that'

Trump and his aides warned amid the tariff controversy that Americans could be in store for some temporary economic strain — including higher prices.

CNBC - Mar. 10

Trump finds unexpected ally in auto union leader over tariffs

UAW President Shawn Fain showed support for President Donald Trump's tariffs, which include 25% levies on automobiles and supporting parts.

CNBC - Mar. 10

Johnson, House GOP dismiss market turmoil in defending Trump tariff policies

House Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republicans are dismissing stock market turmoil and recession concerns as they defend President Donald Trump's tariff policies.

ABC News - Mar. 11

CNBC Daily Open: The U.S. and Canada skirmish over tariffs, roiling markets

The White House engaged in a brief trade war with Canada on Tuesday over energy surcharges and steel tariffs. Cooler heads prevailed but markets weren't calmed.

CNBC - Mar. 12

Tariffs on China could raise wedding dress prices for American brides

American brides are facing the impact of the trade war, as tariffs on imports from China threaten to raise the cost of wedding gowns. Janet Shamlian reports.

CBS News - Mar. 11

Trump’s 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports take effect, Europe retaliates

The European Union announced countermeasures targeting the U.S. after President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports came into effect.

CNBC - Mar. 12

What Products Could Europe Levy in Retaliation to Trump’s Tariffs?

The European Union wants to force the United States to the negotiating table with retaliatory tariffs on a range of American products, including some from Republican strongholds.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

Trump’s Tariffs and the Backlash From Canada and Other Countries, Explained

After a fresh wave of tariffs from the United States, Canada and the European Union said they would impose billions in levies on U.S. goods.

The New York Times - 6d

Trump reacts to European Union slapping tariffs on U.S. goods

President Trump reacted to news of the European Union's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods set to take effect in April. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.

CBS News - 6d

European Union announces retaliatory tariffs on these popular U.S. goods

The European Union is targeting certain emblematic U.S. goods as a response to President Trump's recent tariffs on aluminum and steel. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.

CBS News - 6d

Canada to impose 25% retaliatory tariffs on $21 billion worth of U.S. goods

Canada will impose 25% tariffs on more than $20 billion worth of U.S. goods in retaliation for the Trump administration's steel and aluminum duties.

CNBC - 6d

'Volatility and conflict’: Business leaders sound warnings over Trump's tariffs

Ray Dalio warned of "fighting" between countries over tariffs, while Marc Benioff said reciprocity needs to be consistent or risk "volatility and conflict."

CNBC - 6d

Counter-counter-tariffs? Trump threatens to hit back against EU's retaliation

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to hit back against Europe's own retaliatory move against the U.S.' 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.

CNBC - 6d

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