U.S. Tariffs Imposed by Trump Expected to Remain Unchanged, Top Negotiator Says

On Sunday, Trade Representative Jamieson Greer indicated that the tariffs recently imposed by President Donald Trump on various nations are expected to remain unchanged amid ongoing negotiations. Last week, Trump implemented duties including a 35% tariff on goods from Canada, 50% for Brazil, 25% for India, 20% for Taiwan, and 39% for Switzerland, as outlined in an executive order. While some previous tariffs have been reduced during trade discussions—such as halving duties with the European Union—Greer emphasized that the latest tariffs are unlikely to be altered. "Many of these rates are established based on existing agreements or trade deficits and surpluses with specific countries," he explained during an appearance on CBS's Face the Nation. He also mentioned that recent talks with China have been "very positive," focusing on the supply of rare earth magnets and minerals, with efforts underway to restore the free flow of these materials from China to the U.S., currently about halfway to the desired level.