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President Trump retaliates with tariffs after country refuses entry to migrants deported from US


Published on 2025-01-27 02:20:40 - Oregonian
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  • U.S. President Donald Trump says that he's ordering tariffs, visa restrictions and other retaliatory measures against Colombia after its government rejected two flights carrying migrants.

The article from OregonLive discusses a hypothetical scenario where President Trump, in response to a country refusing entry to migrants deported from the U.S., imposes retaliatory tariffs. This action is part of a broader strategy to enforce immigration policies more stringently. The article outlines the potential economic and diplomatic repercussions of such a move, including strained international relations, trade disruptions, and the impact on global supply chains. It also explores the political motivations behind the decision, suggesting it could be an attempt to appeal to Trump's voter base by showing a hardline stance on immigration. Additionally, the piece touches on the legal and ethical considerations of using economic measures as leverage in immigration enforcement, and how this might set a precedent for future international relations and trade policies.

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[ https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/01/president-trump-retaliates-with-tariffs-after-country-refuses-entry-to-migrants-deported-from-us.html ]
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