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On April 2, 2025, President Trump declared a national emergency to address the significant U.S. goods trade deficit, which has reached $1.2 trillion. The administration will impose a 10 percent reciprocal tariff on imports, which may escalate for certain trading partners, to counteract unfair trade practices. This policy aims to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities and ensure a strong economic and national security posture for the United States.

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