The latest decision by Donald Trump to double the level of tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from 25 per cent to 50 per cent may have a limited direct impact on Ireland. Despite the ruling of the federal trade court last week that Trump had gone beyond his authority in imposing tariffs without getting the go-ahead from Congress, the US president is determined to push ahead. Brussels has held off from responding to the tariffs imposed by Trump so far – including the first round of steel and aluminium tariffs, hoping to clear the way for a negotiated deal.
Published at: 2025-06-01 21:05:00
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