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Trump Launches Trade Probe into Forced Labor Practices

3/14/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans for a trade investigation into 60 countries to examine forced labor.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the inquiry could lead to tariffs.
The investigation follows a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated previous tariffs.
It will assess forced labor compliance, especially imports from the Xinjiang region of China.
Officials anticipate further probes into digital services and pharmaceutical pricing.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans for a trade investigation into 60 countries to examine forced labor.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the inquiry could lead to tariffs.
The investigation follows a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated previous tariffs.
It will assess forced labor compliance, especially imports from the Xinjiang region of China.
Officials anticipate further probes into digital services and pharmaceutical pricing.