President Trump takes action against fentanyl flow, imposing tariffs on key trading partners.
President Donald Trump announced the implementation of tariffs on Mexico , Canada , and China , effective February 1st, 2025. The tariffs, ranging from 10% to 25%, target countries for their alleged role in the distribution of illegal fentanyl into the United States. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the deadline, stating that the tariffs aim to address the crisis of fentanyl-related deaths in America.
Trump's announcement marks a continuation of his campaign promises to take a hard stance on border control and trade. Critics argue that these tariffs will negatively impact American consumers by increasing prices and ultimately harm the economy. Trump has also signaled his intention to impose additional tariffs on the European Union, semiconductors, oil, and gas, stating that these measures will bring in substantial revenue for the U.S. The exact details and timing of these further tariffs remain unclear.Furthermore, recent reports indicate that Trump has instructed federal agencies to remove references to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) from their email signatures by the end of the day. The internal memos reportedly cite Trump's executive orders from his first day in office, which aimed to reduce federal DE&I programs. This move suggests a potential shift in the administration's approach to social justice initiatives and workplace diversity
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