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To avoid #tariffs, Cards Against Humanity becomes “information material,” not a game
Ars Technica · To avoid tariffs, Cards Against Humanity becomes “information material,” not a game
Using tariff revenue (supposedly meant to pay down the national debt) to pay off farmers (who need a bailout because of the effects of tariffs)—
Like running around in a hamster wheel and getting nowhere.
A weird new ‘robbing Peter to pay Paul’ to avoid more chaos.
And the government’s not even open to make it happen 
#USA #US #USpol #trump #tariffs #farmers #agriculture #winning 
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#Tariffs may bring a US$50 billion monthly boost to the #US government. But ordinary Americans won’t feel the benefit https://theconversation.com/tariffs-may-bring-a-us-50-billion-monthly-boost-to-the-us-government-but-ordinary-americans-wont-feel-the-benefit-265542
The ConversationTariffs may bring a US$50 billion monthly boost to the US government. But ordinary Americans won’t feel the benefit
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Auto giants tumble as EU's new steel #tariffs spark industry panic
CNBCAuto giant shares tumble as European Union's new steel tariffs spark industry panicShares of Europe’s biggest automakers fell on Wednesday, amid industry concern about the impact of the European Union’s new steel import quota plan.
Those Brexit benefits just keep on coming.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwy875px79po
(And well done to Ollie Smith for managing to adhere to BBC editorial guidelines and write an entire article about how we're being shafted by Brexit without once mentioning Brexit: can't be easy)
BBC NewsEU steel tariff hike threatens 'biggest crisis' for UK industryThe EU is the destination for 78% of steel products made in the UK for overseas markets.
EU to double steel tariffs amid influx of Chinese imports.
The EU on Tuesday announced it was planning to double tariffs on foreign steel and halve the volume allowed into the bloc before duties are imposed.
The unveiling of the proposals by industry commissioner Stephane Sejourne comes as Europe's steel sector struggles to contend with competition from China, which dwarves the bloc's production.
DW · EU to double steel tariffs amid influx of Chinese imports.
Der Trumpismus ist in der #EU angekommen 
- gute Nacht Europa:
watson · Stahlzölle: EU will sie auf 50 Prozent erhöhen – auch für die Schweiz
President Donald Trump said the U.S. and Canada have "come a long way” in the trade talks, with a trading relationship worth $900 billion on the line. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/10/08/world/politics/trump-canada-tariff-deal/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #worldnews #politics #canada #markcarney #usmca #us #donaldtrump #trade #tariffs #republicans
The Japan Times · Trump says U.S. and Canada working on formula for tariff deal
Learning from the past: how historical tariffs have impacted the art market https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/10/07/learning-from-the-past-how-historical-tariffs-have-impacted-the-art-market?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Artmarket #Tariffs
https://www.ft.com/content/de31dc95-a0cd-432a-b403-f2ff26a6cdb8
One factor behind #food #inflation is #crop #losses due to #flood #drought #heatwave because of #climatechange
Another is #war
Then #protectionist policies such as #tariffs and anti-#immigration
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"...Social media is full of reports of individuals struggling with surprise bills for their deliveries. On Facebook and elsewhere, buyers are venting about hundreds of dollars due on mouse pads, makeup and bridesmaid dresses. One person on Reddit faced a $4,700 fee on a specialized desk chair from Bulgaria. ..."
LA Times: California consumers get surprise sticker shock ordering imports online
Carlos Soto is photographed at Historia Bakery in Thousand Oaks.
"...Every year, Ventura County resident Carlos Soto buys a Liverpool Football Club jersey for his son to celebrate the start of the soccer season. This year it was delivered with an additional bill of $107. ..."
https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-10-07/new-import-tariff-rule-delivers-shock-to-consumers
Los Angeles Times · Unexpected fees come with the end of de minimis, surprising consumers
Only a country with absolute indispensability in critical goods — like China — can withstand Donald Trump and America’s tariff onslaught. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/10/07/japan/trump-weaponizes-trade-policy/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #japan #donaldtrump #us #china #useconomy #chineseeconomy #tariffs #globaleconomy #trade
The Japan Times · Trump weaponizes American trade policy
I appreciate there are many Americans here, and it’s not all Americans, but the day-to-day general understanding from Americans regarding tariffs is so unreal.
When I get an order via Etsy for the US I need to message and ask for an email address and telephone number for my courier, so they can sort out the tariff payment. At least once a day, I will be called greedy or a scammer because I should be paying the tariffs, not them.
Farm bankruptcies surging amid U.S.-China trade war / CBS
Donald Trump threatens to use emergency powers to deploy more troops into U.S. cities as his mobilization of the the military faces legal challenges. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/10/07/world/politics/trump-insurrection-act-troops-us/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #worldnews #politics #us #donaldtrump #trade #tariffs #republicans #portland #oregon #chicago #illinois
The Japan Times · Trump says may invoke Insurrection Act to deploy more troops in U.S.
Lovely to watch the Wall Street Journal rip the Orange Felon a new arsehole at regular intervals. What if Murdoch's WSJ becomes the only media org not to wilt before his assault on the media - that would be a turnout.
"You knew it was coming. As President Trump’s tariffs damage farmers and businesses across the U.S., the victims are besieging the Administration for relief. The long lines at the Commerce and Agriculture departments are the latest proof of self-destructive tariff folly."
U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States will face a 25% tariff rate starting Nov. 1. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/10/07/economy/large-truck-us-tariff/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #economy #globaleconomy #trade #us #donaldtrump #tariffs #carmakers
The Japan Times · Trump imposing new 25% large truck tariff starting Nov. 1
#Trump #bailout for #trade hit US #farmers expected this week
The Trump admin is expected to announce a plan as soon as Tuesday to bail out US farmers stung by trade disputes & big harvests, with the initial outlay potentially totaling up to $15 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter.
#economy #tariffs #TrumpTariffs #recession #trumpcession
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-bailout-trade-hit-us-farmers-expected-this-week-2025-10-06/?utm_source=braze&utm_medium=notifications&utm_campaign=2025_engagement