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May 15, 2019 · 2,559 days ago
💰 Economy
President Trump signed Executive Order 13873 on May 15, 2019, authorizing the Secretary of Commerce to prohibit transactions involving information and communications technology or services deemed to pose national security risks. The order empowered the executive branch to restrict or ban the sale and use of foreign-made telecommunications equipment and software in the United States. Confirmed effects included investigations into Chinese technology companies and their U.S. operations, leading to restrictions on certain device imports and service providers.
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TERM 1
August 29, 2018 · 2,818 days ago
💰 Economy
On August 29, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 10296 imposing tariffs on steel imports under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. The proclamation established a 25% tariff on most steel imports into the United States, with some country-specific exemptions. American manufacturers, construction companies, and consumers faced increased costs for steel-containing products including vehicles, appliances, machinery, and infrastructure materials.
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TERM 1
August 10, 2018 · 2,837 days ago
💰 Economy
On August 10, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 10170 imposing a 25% tariff on steel imports into the United States. The proclamation applied tariffs to most countries, with some exceptions negotiated bilaterally. The tariff increased prices for steel-consuming manufacturers and businesses across the U.S., affecting construction, automotive, appliance, and machinery industries, with costs passed to consumers and workers in downstream sectors.
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TERM 1
May 31, 2018 · 2,908 days ago
💰 Economy
On May 31, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 10712 imposing a 10% tariff on aluminum imports into the United States, with exceptions for Canada and Mexico. The tariff applied to all aluminum products entering U.S. commerce. The confirmed direct impact included increased costs for aluminum-dependent manufacturers, higher prices for aluminum products passed to consumers, and retaliatory tariffs imposed by affected trading partners on U.S. exports.
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TERM 1
May 31, 2018 · 2,908 days ago
💰 Economy
On May 31, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 10044 imposing a 25% tariff on imported steel and a 10% tariff on imported aluminum, effective June 1, 2018. The tariffs applied to most countries and products, with some exemptions negotiated later. American consumers and manufacturers faced increased costs for steel and aluminum products, including automobiles, appliances, and construction materials.
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TERM 1
April 30, 2018 · 2,939 days ago
💰 Economy
On April 30, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 9705 imposing a 25% tariff on steel imports and 10% tariff on aluminum imports into the United States, with limited country exemptions. The tariffs applied to most steel and aluminum products entering U.S. commerce. American consumers and businesses purchasing steel and aluminum products experienced increased costs, and retaliatory tariffs from affected trading partners increased prices on U.S. exports including agricultural goods.
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TERM 1
March 22, 2018 · 2,978 days ago
💰 Economy
On March 22, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 9705 imposing tariffs of 25% on steel imports and 10% on aluminum imports, with some country-specific exceptions. The tariffs applied to most countries importing these metals into the United States. The immediate effect increased prices for steel and aluminum products for American manufacturers and consumers, affecting construction materials, vehicles, appliances, and other goods containing these metals.
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TERM 1
March 8, 2018 · 2,992 days ago
💰 Economy
On March 8, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 9740 imposing a 10% tariff on aluminum imports into the United States, with limited exceptions for Canada and Mexico. The proclamation took effect on March 23, 2018. The tariff increased prices on aluminum and aluminum-containing products for American consumers and manufacturers, including automobiles, beverages, and construction materials.
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TERM 1
March 8, 2018 · 2,992 days ago
💰 Economy
On March 8, 2018, President Trump signed Proclamation 9705 imposing a 25% tariff on steel imports and a 10% tariff on aluminum imports, with limited exemptions for Canada and Mexico. The tariffs applied to all steel and aluminum products entering the United States from nearly all countries. American manufacturers, consumers, and industries relying on steel and aluminum imports faced increased material costs, which were passed through supply chains affecting vehicle prices, construction materials, appliances, and consumer goods.
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April 18, 2017 · 3,316 days ago
💰 Economy
President Trump signed Executive Order 13788 on April 18, 2017, directing federal agencies to strengthen enforcement of domestic content and workforce requirements in federal contracting and procurement. The order requires agencies to review and modify acquisition regulations to maximize the use of goods and services produced in the United States and to prioritize hiring of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents for federal positions. Confirmed effects include increased scrutiny of federal contracts for foreign content and implementation of hiring preferences in federal employment.