Washington, D.C., May 24 — Former U.S. President and Republican frontrunner Donald Trump has once again made headlines with his bold economic stance, promising to impose a 25% tariff on all smartphones, including iPhones, manufactured outside the United States, if re-elected.
In a recent statement, Trump emphasized the need to bring manufacturing back to America, particularly targeting tech companies that produce devices overseas. “We will bring jobs back. Apple and other companies must make their products in the U.S.,” he said during a rally.
Trump also launched a strong attack on the European Union, announcing plans for heavy tariffs on imports from the EU, claiming that the trade relationship has been unfair to American industries for too long. He did not provide specific figures but hinted at a sweeping set of measures aimed at reducing the U.S. trade deficit and pressuring global companies to invest in domestic production.
This move, if implemented, could significantly disrupt global supply chains, especially for Apple, which assembles most of its iPhones in China and other parts of Asia. Analysts suggest that such tariffs could lead to higher prices for American consumers and retaliatory trade actions from affected regions.
The announcement is seen as part of Trump’s broader "America First" agenda, echoing similar policies from his previous administration, where he imposed steep tariffs on Chinese goods and pressured American companies to shift operations back home.
Industry experts and economists are closely watching how the tech sector and global markets respond, as the potential implications for innovation, pricing, and international trade could be substantial.
As the 2024 presidential campaign heats up, Trump’s tough talk on trade and manufacturing is once again emerging as a central theme in his effort to rally support among American workers and nationalists.
