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Senators frame Trump’s DOL pick as bridge between employers, employees
Lori Chavez-DeRemer faced bipartisan scrutiny on the PRO Act, “right-to-work” laws, minimum wage policy, the joint employer rule and more.
By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 20, 2025 -
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Trump says chip, auto and pharmaceutical tariffs are coming
The president suggested a 25% duty on those imports, and on Friday said auto tariffs could come as early as April 2.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 19, 2025 -
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Lutnick confirmed as commerce secretary
The former Wall Street executive will lead the administration's tariff policy as Trump embarks on a widespread trade war.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 19, 2025 -
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Deere’s sales slump 35% as tariffs impacts loom
The company will continue to cut tractor and combine production to meet sluggish demand. Executives also said China’s trade levies will have an “immaterial impact” on the business.
By Nathan Owens • Feb. 18, 2025 -
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Trump orders reciprocal tariffs on all countries
“In other words, they charge us a tax or tariff, and we charge them the exact same tax,” the president said Thursday.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 13, 2025 -
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EPA must provide manufacturers efficient chemical review process: GAO
The agency said a lack of resources and funding is keeping it from making the recommended improvements.
By Sara Samora • Feb. 13, 2025 -
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How Trump’s trade fight could impact the medtech industry
Relocating manufacturing would require substantial capital investment, but the timespan for the president’s new tariffs is unclear, supply chain experts said.
By Susan Kelly • Feb. 13, 2025 -
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Bill to abolish OSHA has ‘zero chance’ of becoming law, attorney says
The legislation from Rep. Andy Biggs is unlikely to gain traction, according to an employment lawyer. But federal headcount reductions and regulatory pauses could have an effect.
By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 12, 2025 -
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Steel tariffs could drive up domestic prices and capacity, but unlikely to create jobs
Manufacturers should be prepared to shift suppliers or pass on higher prices to consumers, according to one industry expert.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 12, 2025 -
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Trump tags steel, aluminum imports with 25% tariffs
The new duties could impact manufacturing costs for companies that rely on imports of the commodities.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 11, 2025 -
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Georgia county sues 3M, Daikin and others over PFAS contamination
Catoosa County accused the companies of knowingly polluting a local landfill with forever chemicals from Mohawk Industries' nearby manufacturing site.
By Sara Samora • Feb. 10, 2025 -
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Trump plans 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum
The president said he will reveal details Monday but added that Canada and Mexico would not be exempt.
By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 10, 2025 -
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China targets US farm equipment with latest tariffs
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers called out Trump’s recent actions, saying they will drive up costs and disrupt supply chains.
By Nathan Owens • Feb. 5, 2025 -
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Trump’s tariffs yield mixed reactions from industry leaders
Manufacturing trade groups voiced their concerns and support for the tariffs’ potential impacts.
By Sara Samora • Feb. 4, 2025 -
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Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI
The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. Many manufacturers are bracing, however, for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 4, 2025 -
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China responds to Trump with added tariffs on certain products
The new duties are set to take effect Feb. 10 and cover some car, farm equipment and energy imports.
By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2025 -
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US and Canada agree to 30-day pause on tariffs
The two countries will push back a Feb. 4 enforcement date as they coordinate anti-drug trafficking efforts at their shared border.
By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 3, 2025 -
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US delays tariffs on Mexico to March
The two countries agreed to negotiate over the next month while collaborating on addressing drug and weapons trafficking.
By Edwin Lopez , Philip Neuffer • Feb. 3, 2025 -
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Canada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods
The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.
By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 2, 2025 -
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Trump issues tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China
The president ordered an additional 10% duty on goods from China and 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, though Canadian energy resources will face a lower rate.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 1, 2025 -
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5 questions about Trump’s tariff plans
The administration's first tariffs could take effect on Saturday. Here's what to know.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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Manufacturing industry outlook 2025: the year ahead in regulations, technology and labor
The Trump administration is set to bring big changes to the industry, which could affect chipmakers, food producers and others.
By Kate Magill • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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Lutnick nomination to lead Commerce advances out of committee
The Trump nominee passed on a vote largely along party lines, and will soon go to the Senate for a full vote.
By Kate Magill • Updated Feb. 5, 2025 -
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Boeing loses nearly $12B in 2024
The planemaker is still contending with the impacts of last year's workers' strike as it ramps production.
By Sara Samora • Jan. 29, 2025 -
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Ericsson touts ‘broad-based production’ as tariff deterrent
The telecommunications company invested $50 million in its U.S. factory over the last two years as it navigates a shifting global trade landscape.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 29, 2025
