Democrats accuse Trump of using forced labor as ‘convenient’ justification for tariffs
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US President Donald Trump announced tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on over 80 countries. Democrats accused him of using forced labor as a pretext for the tariffs, and some Republicans also voiced concern. Critics warned the tariffs could lead to higher prices for American consumers. The move comes after several legal setbacks for Trump's tariff policy.
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Tariffs of 10% to 12.5% imposed on more than 80 countries.
Officials announced tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on more than 80 countries.
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Critics warned of higher prices for Americans as a result of the tariffs.
Prediction- Tariffs of 10% to 12.5% imposed on more than 80 countries.
- Critics warn of higher prices for Americans.
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Critics warned of higher prices for Americans as a result of the tariffs.
PredictionOfficials announced tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on more than 80 countries.
The GuardianSome Republicans expressed concern about the tariffs.
The GuardianThe administration faced a string of high-profile legal setbacks regarding its tariff policy.
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