As anticipated, President Trump has signed proclamations imposing tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum that are set to take effect from 23 March 2018. The tariffs apply across the board, although there is an indefinite exemption for Canada and Mexico due to their ‘shared commitment’ to each other’s national security, efforts to address ‘excess’ steel capacity, and the economic integration between the three countries. Read More »
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President Trump calls for action on tax reform and other priorities
In brief
In his first address to a joint session of Congress, President Donald Trump called for action on tax reform to “restart the engine of the American economy – making it easier for companies to do business in the United States and much harder for companies to leave.” While offering few details, President Trump said that his economic team is “developing historic tax reform that will reduce the tax rate on our companies so that they can compete and thrive anywhere and with anyone.” Read More »
Michaela Merz 