The White House confirmed that the U.S. has sent letters to trade partners, urging them to present their final trade offers before a Wednesday deadline, as Washington pushes ahead with negotiations to avoid higher tariffs.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the letter from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) was a “friendly reminder” that time is running out to reach deals.
“The USTR sent this letter to all our trade partners as the deadline is approaching,” Leavitt told reporters in New York. She confirmed reports that the deadline for offers is this Wednesday.
She also said President Donald Trump expects “good deals” and that his trade team is actively engaged with key partners. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer have been holding talks with several countries. Greer is currently in Paris for discussions, with announcements expected soon.
Leavitt also said the U.S. is monitoring whether China is complying with a provisional agreement reached earlier in Switzerland. “We know our side is holding to the terms, and officials remain in contact with their Chinese counterparts,” she said.
She added that Trump is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping “very soon.”
Meanwhile, the tariff hikes Trump announced last week—raising duties on steel and aluminum to 50%—will take effect tomorrow. Leavitt said the executive order will be signed today.
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