China’s Ministry of Commerce confirmed Thursday that it continues to maintain working-level communication with U.S. trade officials, but renewed demands for Washington to abandon its current pressure tactics. Spokesperson He Yongqian reiterated Beijing’s position during a press conference, stating that while China remains open to economic and trade consultations, the onus is on the U.S. to undo the damage caused by its unilateral tariff policies.
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) announced that his state is suing President Donald Trump over his tariffs, arguing the duties negatively affect the state.
Five businesses have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, arguing that President Trump lacks the authority to issue sweeping tariffs without congressional approval.
President Donald Trump’s bestselling book The Art of the Deal surged to the top ranks on Amazon’s bestseller list following his strategic pause on reciprocal tariffs against most nations and a tariff increase against China. The maneuver, widely viewed as a calculated economic play, caused markets to rally and drew fresh attention to Trump’s signature negotiation tactics outlined in the book.
President Donald Trump dismissed China's latest retaliation in the ongoing tariff battle — a reduction in the number of American films allowed in the country — with humor and confidence. During a Cabinet meeting Thursday, Trump brushed off concerns that Beijing is now targeting cultural exports, particularly Hollywood.
President Donald Trump’s bold tariff strategy is shifting the global trade landscape. Over 75 countries are now actively pursuing negotiations with the United States—many of which had previously refused to engage.
