President Donald Trump has confirmed that he has no plans to introduce exemptions on the steel and aluminum tariffs set to take effect on April 2.
Trump reiterated that the U.S. would impose reciprocal and sectoral tariffs as part of a broader trade policy aimed at protecting American industries.
Last month, Trump raised tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to a flat 25%, eliminating previous exemptions. The move was positioned as a way to bolster domestic production but also escalated tensions in ongoing trade disputes.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump emphasized that the new duties would apply across multiple sectors, including the auto industry.
“In certain cases, both. They charge us, and we charge them. Then, in addition to that, on autos, on steel, on aluminum, we’re going to have some additional,” he stated.
The Republican leader had previously declared that reciprocal tariffs would apply to both U.S. allies and adversaries starting in early April, reinforcing his administration’s tough stance on trade policies.
