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Tariffs Shift to Section 301 | Charleston News
Temporary tariffs set to expire this year are being replaced with a more complex strategy under Section 301 of the 1977 Trade Act, which mandates investigations into unfair trade practices before imposing new tariffs. Two ongoing probes target forced labor in 60 countries and overproduction in 16 others. While not a blanket tax on all imports, experts warn consumers will face higher prices as businesses pass on costs. The administration argues this move is essential to fix the trade deficit and strengthen U.S. manufacturing for national security — though critics question whether tariffs truly…
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