Trump announces 25% tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum

US president ramps up controversial bid to boost economy by hiking import taxes to ensure ‘level playing field’ Why Trump tariffs will be ‘very bad for America and for the world’ US politics – live updates Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum on Monday, ramping up his controversial bid to boost … Read more

How Trump might get rid of the penny — and what could come next for your pocket change

President Donald Trump unveiled plans Sunday to halt production of the penny — but getting that initiative underway requires a few additional steps and possibly congressional approval.  Additionally, while Trump said he instructed the Treasury Department to stop minting them due to their high costs, supporters of the penny claim it’s wiser to evaluate changes … Read more