Trump Administration Raises Tariffs to 15 Percent While Pushing USMCA Renegotiations and Critical Minerals Trade Deal

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has been active this week addressing tariffs and trade negotiations. On February 25, 2026, in a Bloomberg Television interview, Greer announced that President Donald Trump will soon sign a supplemental proclamation to raise tariffs to 15 percent where appropriate, following a Supreme Court ruling that limited prior authorities. Bloomberg reports Greer emphasized continuity in policy, starting with a temporary 10 percent baseline for 150 days while shifting to tools like Section 301 investigations for unfair practices in countries including China, Vietnam, and Europe. Greer highlighted expectations for the United Kingdom and European Union to fully implement existing deals, noting delays in their compliance on items like cars and beef quotas. He assured that adjustments will align with agreements, with details forthcoming in the proclamation. On Canada and Mexico, Greer revealed ongoing reviews of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement, or USMCA. The Producer reports that Greer spoke with Canadian officials on Wednesday, planning meetings in Washington in coming weeks to discuss ideas for a deal. He expressed concerns over China using Canada as a back door for goods to evade tariffs, urging Canada to accept higher tariffs in exchange for market access in dairy. CTV National News confirms the call and upcoming visit, with Greer stressing reshoring of manufacturing like autos to the United States. In a USTR press release dated February 26, 2026, Greer announced a public comment period until March 19 on designing a plurilateral agreement for trade in critical minerals, including potential price floors and tariffs with like-minded partners. He described it as groundwork for resilient supply chains vital for infrastructure and national security. These moves signal the Trump administrations focus on enforcing fair trade and boosting American production. Thank you for tuning in, listeners. Please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.