Trump’s former trade chief on how tariffs affect the economy, why he says the U.S. needs them

Economists say tariffs can increase prices for consumers, but Robert Lighthizer, President Trump’s former trade chief, argues they’re necessary.

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Tariffs may help balance trade with China, former Trump trade chief says

Former Trump trade negotiator Robert Lighthizer says tariffs may help reset trade relationship with China.
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Trump's former trade chief says China is a threat, tariffs are necessary

Economists say tariffs can increase prices for consumers, but Robert Lighthizer, President Trump's former trade chief, argues they're necessary.
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Klobuchar says Trump tariffs are 'not what American economy needs right now'

Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) criticized President Trump’s decision to impose 25 percent tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods and a 10 percent tariff on Chinese exports. In an interview on MSNBC’s ...
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How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect Americans

President Trump relies on tariffs to address trade, immigration and drug issues. Ana Swanson, who covers trade and international economics for The New York Times, explains their potential impact on ...
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How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect the U.S., Canada and Mexico

While much about the threatened tariffs is still unclear, experts predict they would be bad news for all three economies, with few winners.
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As Biden exits, how will he be remembered for his handling of the U.S. economy?

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Trump tariffs on Canada could jeopardize oil and gas exports to U.S., says trade chief

President-elect Donald Trump's threatened tariffs could prompt Canada to pursue dollar-to-dollar retaliation or an export tax on oil and gas bound for the U.S.
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Robust U.S. Economy May Not Need Trump’s Big Reforms

The incoming President wants to uncork major moves, including protectionist tariffs, more tax cuts, and immigration curbs, but macroeconomic data suggests some measures may not be required.
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Trump’s former trade chief on how tariffs affect the economy, why he says the U.S. needs them

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