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U.S. Raises Tariffs on Steel, Aluminum to Protect Industry

8/21/2025

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Kessler Raises Tariffs

The U.S. Commerce Department increased tariffs on over 400 steel and aluminum products, including wind turbines and automotive parts.
A 50% duty impacts imports worth over $200 billion annually.
Foreign automakers oppose the tariffs, citing limited domestic production capacity, while U.S. steelmakers support them.
Under Secretary Jeffrey Kessler stated the goal is to prevent tariff circumvention and bolster American industries.

Summary

Kessler Raises Tariffs

The U.S. Commerce Department increased tariffs on over 400 steel and aluminum products, including wind turbines and automotive parts.
A 50% duty impacts imports worth over $200 billion annually.
Foreign automakers oppose the tariffs, citing limited domestic production capacity, while U.S. steelmakers support them.
Under Secretary Jeffrey Kessler stated the goal is to prevent tariff circumvention and bolster American industries.

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Kessler Raises Tariffs

The U.S. Commerce Department increased tariffs on over 400 steel and aluminum products, including wind turbines and automotive parts.
A 50% duty impacts imports worth over $200 billion annually.
Foreign automakers oppose the tariffs, citing limited domestic production capacity, while U.S. steelmakers support them.
Under Secretary Jeffrey Kessler stated the goal is to prevent tariff circumvention and bolster American industries.

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