Ana Swanson
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For Trump, Tariffs Are the Solution to Almost Any Problem
The former president has proposed using tariffs to fund child care, boost manufacturing, quell immigration and encourage use of the dollar. Economists are skeptical.
Harris and Trump Embrace Tariffs
Both Democrats and Republicans are expressing support for tariffs, but their proposals are dramatically different in scale.
U.S. Tightens Technology Controls to Target Russian War Machine
The Biden administration announced new penalties on shell companies and suppliers that were feeding Russia’s war against Ukraine.
U.S. Vies With Allies and Industry to Tighten China Tech Controls
The Biden administration must navigate the interests of U.S. companies and allied governments as it tries to close off China’s access to advanced chips
Takeaways From Our Investigation Into Banned A.I. Chips in China
The Times found an active trade in Nvidia chips in China despite U.S. national security restrictions, as well as unreported incidents of how the technology...
With Kamala Harris, U.S. Free Trade Skepticism May Continue
The vice president has been critical of past trade deals. But her record suggests she could push for trade measures that address environmental issues.
Biden Announces Tariffs on Chinese Metals Routed Through Mexico
The measure aims to close a loophole that officials said allowed metals made partly in China to come into the United States duty free.
U.S. Bans Imports From 3 Chinese Companies Over Ties to Forced Labor
The government targeted companies involved in making seafood, aluminum and footwear, citing their links to labor programs affecting Chinese minorities.
Antony Blinken Visits China
Tensions over economic ties are running high, threatening to disrupt a fragile cooperation between the U.S. and China.
Democrats Question Semiconductor Program Ties to Wall Street
Two progressive lawmakers warned the Biden administration against creating a revolving door between industry and government as it prepares to hand out $39 billion in...