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Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Mexican Imports Citing Fentanyl and Migration
President Trump announced executive orders using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose 25% tariffs on all Mexican imports, citing inadequate action on fentanyl trafficking and illegal immigration. The tariffs were set to take effect on February 4, threatening a major shock to Mexico's export-driven economy.
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- T1 White House Official
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- T2 Texas Tribune Major