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Why Trump softened some of his tariffs on the automotive industry


Published on 2025-04-29 19:21:32 - PBS
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  • President Trump signed an executive order aimed at softening the blow his tariffs have imposed on the automotive industry and U.S. manufacturers. But tensions with China remain high and China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a video saying it would not back down from the trade war with the U.S. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Gavin Badeof The Wall Street Journal.

In a segment aired on PBS NewsHour, the discussion focused on President Trump's decision to soften tariffs on the automotive industry, particularly in relation to the European Union and Japan. The move was seen as a response to ongoing trade negotiations and the potential economic impact of tariffs on the auto sector. Experts noted that while the tariffs were initially proposed to protect American industries, the softening was likely influenced by concerns over rising costs for consumers and potential retaliatory measures from trade partners. The segment also highlighted the broader context of Trump's trade policies, which have aimed at rebalancing trade relationships but have faced criticism for their unpredictability and potential to disrupt global supply chains.

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