On April 17, 2025 the United States Trade Representative (“USTR”) announced sanctions against the Chinese shipping and maritime industry, including logistics and shipbuilding. These actions come at the end of a year-long investigation initiated by the Biden Administration. Here's what we know, based on the press release. THE INVESTIGATION In the [...]
Read MoreThe tariff situation globally continues to change rapidly. Just this afternoon, on April 9, 2025, President Trump announced a relaxing of his sweeping tariff plan. Background On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order imposing “reciprocal tariffs” that touch and concern just about every good imported into [...]
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On April 17, 2025 the United States Trade Representative (“USTR”) announced sanctions against the Chinese shipping and maritime industry, including logistics and shipbuilding. These actions come at the end of a year-long investigation initiated by the Biden Administration. Here’s what we know, based on the press release. THE INVESTIGATION In the announcement, the USTR summarized its findings: U.S. Trade Representative determined […]
The tariff situation globally continues to change rapidly. Just this afternoon, on April 9, 2025, President Trump announced a relaxing of his sweeping tariff plan. Background On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order imposing “reciprocal tariffs” that touch and concern just about every good imported into the United States. In the beginning, all imported articles were […]
In response to tariff retaliation from China, the Trump Administration has increased the duty rates on Chinese goods that previously qualified for de minimis duty free treatment. Background Beginning on February 1, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14195 titled “Imposing Duties to Address the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China.” In addition to imposing an […]
On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the White House signed off on a 50% increase to the Reciprocal Tariff on China, bringing the total of general tariffs on Chinese imports to 104%. This escalation comes as China retaliated against the 34% Reciprocal Tariff with its own tariff of 34%. Background: Tariffs on Chinese Goods Starting on February 1, 2025, President Trump […]
On April 2, 2025 President Trump signed an executive order finally eliminating de minimis duty free treatment on goods from China, ending a long saga of regulatory changes. Beginning on February 1, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14195 titled “Imposing Duties to Address the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China.” In addition to imposing an […]
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025 President Trump signed an executive order (the “EO”) that stands to be the most consequential of his presidency; the EO imposes “reciprocal tariffs” that touch and concern just about every good imported into the United States. While reciprocal tariffs were part of the President’s platform throughout the election cycle, their arrival has caused no small […]
On Wednesday, March 26, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order (the “EO”) directing a 25% on automobiles and certain automobile parts. As of this writing, there are a few key details missing because the accompanying Federal Register notice has not been published. However, here is what we know so far. Background On February 19, 2019, pursuant to Section 232 […]
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is on the brink of implementing one of its most significant regulatory changes in recent years. Effective October 1, 2025, the FMCSA eliminates the use of Motor Carrier (MC) numbers, transitioning entirely to USDOT numbers as the sole identifier for all registrants. This modernization effort is designed to streamline processes, enhance security, and […]
Last week, President Trump announced plans to retaliate against incoming tariffs imposed by the European Union by levying a tariff on EU origin wine and spirits. Based on the available information, the retaliatory tariff could be as high as 200%. The EU tariffs are themselves a response to the 25% tariff imposed by the United States on steel and aluminum […]
On March 1, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order (“EO”) titled “Addressing The Threat To National Security From Imports Of Timber, Lumber.” The EO instructs the Secretary of Commerce to begin an investigation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act on imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products (which includes paper products, furniture, and cabinetry). By November […]