The White House has indicated that President Donald Trump may push back looming tariff deadlines, signalling flexibility in his approach to ongoing trade talks.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Thursday that while negotiations continue, the set deadlines are “not critical.”
“The president can simply offer these countries a deal if they won’t give us one by the deadline,” Leavitt said. “That also means he has the authority to impose a reciprocal tariff rate he believes is best for the United States and the American worker.”
The comment comes as trade talks remain unsettled with several countries. Leavitt noted that U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is leading discussions and has had “very good and productive” exchanges with major partners.
“There’s a chance the deadline could be extended, but that’s entirely up to the president,” she added.
Trump had earlier threatened to slap a 50% tariff on European Union goods starting 1 June, accusing Brussels of stalling in negotiations. However, after a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the deadline was delayed to 9 July.
Separately, a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs affecting most nations is due to expire on 8 July. That temporary measure had reduced tariffs to a flat 10% while talks were underway.
With two key deadlines approaching and no clear deal in sight, Trump’s next move remains a closely watched signal for global markets.
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As the U.S. federal government shutdown enters another critical stage, millions of low-income Americans face the possibility of losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
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