Trump doubles steel tariffs announced at Pittsburgh rally
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President Trump made a dramatic announcement at a Pittsburgh rally, declaring that steel tariffs will be doubled to 50%. The move comes amid heated debates over trade policy and domestic industry protection, as critics argue the tariffs could hurt the broader economy while supporters hail them as a robust defense against unfair foreign competition.
The president made the announcement during a rally held at the U.S. Steel mill in Western Pennsylvania.
While in Pittsburgh, President Donald Trump revealed a tariff increase on steel from 25% to 50% while discussing a deal with Nippon Steel.
President Donald Trump announced that he will be doubling tariffs on steel to 50% during a Pittsburgh rally at U.S. Steel’s Irvin Works on Friday.
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