Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods

Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

By Philip Neuffer • March 7, 2025

Trump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.

By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025

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US pauses auto tariffs by one month

The exemption covers cars imported through the USMCA and comes after President Donald Trump spoke with the Big Three automakers.

By Philip Neuffer • March 5, 2025

Trump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs

Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.

By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025

Trump hikes tariffs on China by 10%

The president also maintained that the pause on duties for Canada and Mexico will come to an end Tuesday.

By Philip Neuffer • March 3, 2025

Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth: PMI

Production and demand rose last month as customers rushed to put in new orders ahead of the Trump administration's levies. The bump, however, could prove short-lived as prices spike amid tariff-induced inflation. 

By Kate Magill • March 3, 2025

US chip production targets edge further out of reach under Trump administration

As the president's calls for widespread federal cost cuts grow louder, experts say the future of the CHIPS and Science Act and its manufacturing funding is increasingly doubtful.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 27, 2025

Jamieson Greer confirmed as USTR

Greer takes on the post as the administration readies new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 27, 2025

Canada and Mexico tariffs will take effect March 4, Trump confirms

The president also said he will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 27, 2025

A look at 2025: Where 5 major auto manufacturing projects stand

Slower EV adoption and a new Trump administration have automakers seeking greater flexibility for some of their major U.S. investments.

By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 24, 2025

GlobalFoundries, Analog Devices push diversification as tariffs loom

Chipmakers are under renewed supply chain pressure following the Trump administration's plan for a 25% levy on semiconductors.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 21, 2025

Senators frame Trump’s DOL pick as bridge between employers, employees

Lori Chavez-DeRemer faced bipartisan scrutiny on the PRO Act, “right-to-work” laws, minimum wage policy, the joint employer rule and more.

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 20, 2025

Trump says chip, auto and pharmaceutical tariffs are coming

The president suggested a 25% duty on those imports, and on Friday said auto tariffs could come as early as April 2.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 19, 2025

Lutnick confirmed as commerce secretary

The former Wall Street executive will lead the administration's tariff policy as Trump embarks on a widespread trade war. 

By Kate Magill • Feb. 19, 2025

Deere’s sales slump 35% as tariffs impacts loom

The company will continue to cut tractor and combine production to meet sluggish demand. Executives also said China’s trade levies will have an “immaterial impact” on the business.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 18, 2025

Trump orders reciprocal tariffs on all countries

“In other words, they charge us a tax or tariff, and we charge them the exact same tax,” the president said Thursday.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 13, 2025

EPA must provide manufacturers efficient chemical review process: GAO

The agency said a lack of resources and funding is keeping it from making the recommended improvements.

By Sara Samora • Updated June 9, 2025

How Trump’s trade fight could impact the medtech industry

Relocating manufacturing would require substantial capital investment, but the timespan for the president’s new tariffs is unclear, supply chain experts said.

By Susan Kelly • Feb. 13, 2025

Bill to abolish OSHA has ‘zero chance’ of becoming law, attorney says

The legislation from Rep. Andy Biggs is unlikely to gain traction, according to an employment lawyer. But federal headcount reductions and regulatory pauses could have an effect.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 12, 2025

Steel tariffs could drive up domestic prices and capacity, but unlikely to create jobs

Manufacturers should be prepared to shift suppliers or pass on higher prices to consumers, according to one industry expert.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 12, 2025

Trump tags steel, aluminum imports with 25% tariffs

The new duties could impact manufacturing costs for companies that rely on imports of the commodities. 

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 11, 2025

Georgia county sues 3M, Daikin and others over PFAS contamination

Catoosa County accused the companies of knowingly polluting a local landfill with forever chemicals from Mohawk Industries' nearby manufacturing site.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 10, 2025

Trump plans 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum

The president said he will reveal details Monday but added that Canada and Mexico would not be exempt.

By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 10, 2025

China targets US farm equipment with latest tariffs

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers called out Trump’s recent actions, saying they will drive up costs and disrupt supply chains.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 5, 2025

Trump’s tariffs yield mixed reactions from industry leaders

Manufacturing trade groups voiced their concerns and support for the tariffs’ potential impacts.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 4, 2025