On the first full day of his presidency, Donald Trump announced that his administration is considering the imposition of a 10% tariff on imports of Chinese-made goods, with the possibility of it taking effect as soon as February.
Trump, speaking at a press conference, highlighted the ongoing trade tensions between the US and China, specifically citing concerns about the illegal drug trade.
The proposed tariff comes as part of Trump’s broader approach to trade negotiations with China, which have been a key focal point of his presidency.
The US has long accused China of contributing to the global fentanyl crisis, and Trump’s administration has made combating the drug epidemic a priority.
In the same press conference, Trump also defended his controversial decision to release two high-profile prisoners who had been jailed over their involvement in the Capitol riot.
These releases are part of a broader move by the president to issue nearly 1,600 pardons in connection with the January 6 attack on the US Capitol, an action that has sparked both praise and criticism.
Supporters argue that Trump’s pardons are a stance on justice and fairness, while critics see it as an endorsement of violence against democracy.
Trump also used the occasion to introduce a set of sweeping policy changes during his administration’s first day. Among the more contentious measures are new immigration guidelines, which include provisions that could lead to raids on churches and schools.
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