Trump touts steel and aluminum tariffs as shield for American manufacturing
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Trump touts steel and aluminum tariffs as shield for American manufacturing

Trump says the White House will wield steel and aluminum tariffs to defend U.S. workers, factories and national security, arguing unfair trade has weakened domestic industry.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: July 12, 2026, 11:58 PM ET

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