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On April 29, 2025, the White House issued a proclamation to adjust imports of automobiles and automobile parts due to national security concerns. Following a report from the Secretary of Commerce, tariffs were imposed to address the threat posed by these imports, which are perceived as jeopardizing national security. The new measures include a structured tariff system linked to domestic assembly, aimed at enhancing local manufacturing and job creation in the automotive sector.

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