Trump says the White House will use steel and aluminum tariffs to protect American manufacturing
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Trump says the White House will use steel and aluminum tariffs to protect American manufacturing

Trump pledges strong tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to shield American workers, factories and national security, arguing unfair trade has weakened U.S. manufacturing.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: July 12, 2026, 2:28 PM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald Trump said the White House will impose strong tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to protect American workers, factories and national security. Trump argued that unfair trade practices have weakened U.S. manufacturing and said tariff actions could bring industrial jobs back to America.