Trump Confirms August 1 Start for Reciprocal Tariffs, No Extensions

U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed that his administration’s “reciprocal” tariffs on targeted countries will take effect on August 1. Dismissing calls for delay, Trump stated there would be no extensions. The tariffs aim to counter trade imbalances and are expected to impact several key U.S. trading partners.

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