{
  "id": 13808432,
  "title": "Trump doubles down on tariffs despite backlash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/trump-doubles-down-on-tariffs-despite-backlash",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-11T21:22:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Qatar Tribune Business",
    "slug": "qatar-tribune-business",
    "url": "https://www.qatar-tribune.com/article/258625/business/trump-doubles-down-on-tariffs-despite-backlash"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Donald Trump continues to advocate for \"tariff\" despite widespread disapproval and legal setbacks. Following recent tariffs on imports from major trading partners, a poll reveals that only 36 percent of US adults support his trade policies, compared to 58 percent in January. Trump's approach, which involves imposing duties on countries he believes engage in unfair trade practices, bypasses congressional approval. The primary tool he employs, Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, permits tariffs on nations with perceived unfair trade practices. The new duties, ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent, target 60 economies, including key partners like the European Union, India, Japan, Canada, and Mexico. Trump argues that these tariffs will benefit American businesses and workers by leveling the playing field. However, critics argue that the economic benefits are overstated, as businesses primarily absorb the added costs or pass them on to consumers through higher prices. Furthermore, the US has lost millions of manufacturing jobs since China joined the World Trade Organization, and Trump's tariffs are seen as exacerbating this trend. Despite the White House claiming that manufacturing jobs are on the rise, studies suggest this growth is minimal. The global trading system Trump seeks to alter has historically contributed to US economic growth and competitiveness, making US businesses more dominant in global industries.",
  "summary": "AgenciesMaybe President Donald Trump really does believe that “tariff” is the most beautiful word in the dictionary.Despite higher prices, criticism from trade experts and displeas...",
  "key_points": [],
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Qatar Tribune Business",
        "title": "Fuel, fertilizer costs strain US farmers’ support for Trump",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/fuel-fertilizer-costs-strain-us-farmers-support-for-trump",
        "published": "2026-10-11T21:24:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}