Pressure from Trump for trade deals before Wednesday deadline, but hints of more time for talks

WASHINGTON, July 7, 2025 (AP) The Trump administration is stepping up pressure on trading partners to quickly make new deals before a Wednesday deadline, with plans for the United States to start sending letters Monday warning countries that higher tariffs could kick in Aug. 1. That furthers the uncertainty for businesses, consumers and Americas trading partners, and questions remain about which countries will be notified, whether anything will change in the days ahead and whether President Don

7 Jul 2025 10:08 am