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Sen. Maria Cantwell says there is bipartisan support to rein Trump’s tariffs
Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., says a bill that would require Congressional approval for tariffs has bipartisan support because they are an "economic nightmare."

Business
President Trump’s escalating tariffs could slow down Oregon’s economy
Vital sectors in Oregon like manufacturing are especially sensitive to changes in the global market, and increasing trade tensions could impede growth.

Economy
Senate rebukes Trump's tariffs on Canada
A bipartisan group of Senators voted to remove the emergency declaration President Trump used to impose 25 percent tariffs on Canada. The vote was largely symbolic since the House isn't expected to act.

Dow drops 1,500 points on trade war fears over new tariffs
President Trump announced sweeping tariffs on imported goods, which were higher and broader than many expected. The new import taxes are expected to raise prices and slow growth in the U.S., while pushing many other countries into recession.

Trade
Trump is set to announce 'reciprocal' tariffs in a risky move that could reshape the economy
President Donald Trump is set to launch a barrage of so-called reciprocal tariffs on friend and foe alike.

What U.S. tariffs look like from a Chinese trade city
NPR's Steve Inskeep visited the source of your stuff. And heard how China's manufacturers are handling U.S. tariffs.

Economy
Trump's latest auto tariffs explained: What car buyers should know this year
President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on autos not made in the U.S. and certain auto parts will send ripple effects through an industry that is already being pummeled by steel and aluminum import duties and on-again, off-again 25% levies on Canada and Mexico.

Trade
Trump threatens retaliatory 200% tariff on European wine, Champagne
President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened a 200% tariff on European wine, Champagne and spirits if the European Union goes forward with a planned tariff on American whiskey.
Trade
EU retaliates against Trump's trade moves and hits beef, whiskey, motorcycles with targeted tariffs
The European Union has announced retaliatory trade action with new duties on U.S. industrial and farm products
Trade
Trump doubles planned tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum to 50% as trade war intensifies
President Donald Trump says that he will double his planned tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% for Canada, escalating a trade war with the United States’ northern neighbor.