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Democrats accuse Trump of using forced labor as ‘convenient’ justification for tariffs
US President Donald Trump faces criticism from Democrats and some Republicans for imposing tariffs on over 80 countries, with accusations that forced labor claims are being used as a pretext. Critics warn of higher prices for Americans and highlight legal setbacks faced by Trump's economic policy.
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- Democrats accuse Trump of using forced labor as ‘convenient’ justification for tariffs
- US allies hit with new tariffs object to Trump's forced labor claims
- US allies hit with new tariffs object to Trump's forced labor claims
- Trump threatens tariffs on 60 countries including UK and Canada over ‘forced labour’