Trump Gives Nations Ultimatum: Submit Best Trade Offers by Wednesday or Face Tariffs

The Trump administration is applying intense pressure on global trading partners to finalize new agreements as a key tariff deadline approaches this week. According to senior trade officials, countries have been given until midnight Wednesday to submit their “best and final” offers or risk facing new import duties on a wide range of goods.

This aggressive stance comes just days after the administration doubled steel and aluminum tariffs, and hints at even broader trade actions if nations fail to comply.

“We’re done playing games,” said U.S. Trade Representative Monica Byrd during a press briefing. “You want access to the American market? Then put your best deal forward now.”

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While Trump’s base views the move as another example of his “America First” policy in action, economists warn of serious consequences if the standoff escalates. The European Union has signaled it may respond with reciprocal tariffs, and Japan has reportedly paused trade talks until after the U.S. election cycle.

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Business groups are urging caution, with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce warning that over 5 million jobs could be at risk if negotiations collapse.

Still, Trump remains undeterred. “If they don’t come to the table, we’ll shut the table down,” he posted on Truth Social.

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