Trump’s tariffs Archives

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Trouble in Tariff Town

11 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 4

By James Moore During the mid-80s, I spent a bit of time following Texas billionaire H. Ross Perot around Texas as he tried to reform the state’s nearly pathetic public education system. The Dallas businessman […]

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The Vietnam War (of the tariff variety)

22 April 2025 Roswell 8

As the Trump administration ramps up its trade offensive, nations are reeling from steep demands to even begin tariff talks. First, the UK faced a barrage of ultimatums; now, Vietnam is in the crosshairs, grappling […]

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Durbin, Duckworth split again on Israel’s Gaza genocide

5 April 2025 AIMN Editorial 7

As the media fixates on Trump’s tariffs, a deafening silence surrounds the ongoing genocide in Gaza, where countless lives continue to be claimed. Beyond the headlines, other critical stories in the U.S. remain overshadowed, including […]

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Trump’s displeasure

4 April 2025 Michael Taylor 9

Australia’s Policies Under Fire: Trump’s Displeasure with the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, Biosecurity Laws, and Media Bargaining Code. In recent months, President Trump has turned his attention to Australia, voicing discontent with three cornerstone policies: the […]

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How Australian companies can prepare for US tariffs

6 March 2025 AIMN Editorial 1

UNSW Sydney Media Release Several short-term strategies, including flexible contracting, diversification, and nearshoring, can help the Australian economy mitigate the risks and costs of US tariffs. Australia exported 223,000 tonnes of steel and 83,000 tonnes […]

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Donald Trump’s tariffs: a world of hurt

27 January 2025 Michael Taylor 3

Donald Trump has been talking a lot about tariffs lately, especially when used as an attempt to dominate other nations. Trump’s tariffs implemented during his first presidency (2017–2021) were designed to protect U.S. industries and […]

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