Trump says US to start sending out tariff letters
Published: 7/4/2025

President Trump announces that the US will begin sending letters to countries detailing higher tariff rates starting on August 1. The import duties, ranging from 10% to 70%, will be imposed as negotiations deadline looms. The move is aimed at increasing government revenue and boosting demand for US-made goods, with potential impacts on countries such as the EU, Japan, and the UK.