Fact Check: "Trump's tariffs on global countries paused until July 9th."
What We Know
The claim that "Trump's tariffs on global countries paused until July 9th" is based on a series of executive actions and statements made by former President Donald Trump. According to an executive order dated April 9, 2025, tariffs on various trading partners were indeed set to be suspended until July 9, 2025. This order specified that effective from April 10, 2025, the enforcement of certain tariffs would be paused for a period of 90 days, with the exception of tariffs imposed on China (source-1).
Additionally, reports indicated that Trump had announced a "pause" in tariffs, reducing them to 10% during this period (source-2). This pause was intended to allow for negotiations with various countries, including the European Union and Canada, regarding trade agreements (source-3).
Analysis
The evidence supports the assertion that tariffs were paused until July 9, 2025, as indicated in the executive order and subsequent announcements. The executive order explicitly states that the application of specific tariffs would be suspended for 90 days, which aligns with the July 9 date mentioned in the claim (source-1).
However, it is important to note that while tariffs on many countries were paused, this did not apply universally. The tariffs on China were not included in this pause, as they were subject to separate considerations due to ongoing trade tensions (source-1). Furthermore, Trump's statements about potentially extending or modifying the deadline for tariffs indicate a level of uncertainty and flexibility in the administration's approach to trade negotiations (source-5).
The sources used in this analysis are credible, with the executive order being an official document from the White House and the news reports coming from established media outlets. However, the context of Trump's statements and the dynamic nature of trade negotiations suggest that the situation is fluid and subject to change.
Conclusion
The claim that "Trump's tariffs on global countries paused until July 9th" is Partially True. While it accurately reflects the suspension of tariffs for many countries until that date, it fails to mention that tariffs on China remained in effect and that the overall trade situation was subject to ongoing negotiations and potential changes.
