New Trump tariffs bring in less money than illegal tariffs
Summary
The White House has introduced new tariffs that are legal but generate less money than the previous tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court. These new tariffs are narrower and exclude some products to reduce economic harm, raising about 60% of the revenue lost from the old tariffs.Key Facts
- New tariffs are expected to bring in about $105 billion a year.
- This amount replaces roughly 60% of the revenue lost when the Supreme Court invalidated earlier emergency tariffs.
- Over the years until 2036, new tariffs may raise $950 billion compared to $1.7 trillion from previous tariffs.
- The new tariffs have lower rates and exclude some goods to prevent economic problems, such as energy products.
- These tariffs are applied under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, allowing for tailored coverage after investigations.
- The White House says the new tariffs aim to provide stability, not fully replace the old ones.
- Treasury Department figures show that tariff refunds currently exceed collections, leading to negative net customs receipts.
- Additional trade actions may still be announced and could affect future revenue.
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