Trump Slaps Hefty Tariffs On Solar Panels, Washing Machines
- 6 years ago
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump is signing a measure imposing tariffs on imported solar-energy components and large washing machines in a bid to help U.S. manufacturers. The administration says the decision is part of Trump's pledge to put American companies and jobs first. The administration is imposing an immediate tariff of 30 percent on most imported solar modules. For large residential washing machines, tariffs will start at up to 50 percent and phase out after three years