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Trump to Launch Trade Investigations Under Section 301

3/11/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump plans to announce Section 301 trade investigations into unfair practices by other countries to reinstate tariffs invalidated by Supreme Court.
Under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, the investigations will involve consultations with foreign governments.
Key issues include excess manufacturing capacity, digital service taxes, forced labor, and currency manipulation.
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative will expedite inquiries and could affect several Asian countries.

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U.S. President Donald Trump plans to announce Section 301 trade investigations into unfair practices by other countries to reinstate tariffs invalidated by Supreme Court.
Under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, the investigations will involve consultations with foreign governments.
Key issues include excess manufacturing capacity, digital service taxes, forced labor, and currency manipulation.
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative will expedite inquiries and could affect several Asian countries.