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The White House signaled Thursday that President Donald Trump’s July 9 deadline for securing new trade deals may be pushed back. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that “the deadline is not critical,” suggesting flexibility as negotiations with key partners continue.
Originally set as a 90-day window starting in April, the timeline was designed to pressure trading partners into finalizing deals. So far, only the United Kingdom and China have reached agreements with the U.S., while talks with other major economies, including the European Union and India, remain in progress.
Despite the potential delay, Leavitt reaffirmed that Trump maintains the authority to implement or modify reciprocal tariffs at his discretion. Under his trade strategy, all U.S. trading partners would face a 10% baseline tariff beginning July 9 unless deals are finalized. Countries failing to reach agreements may face higher tariffs, tailored to match their existing duties on American goods.
The administration appears inclined to extend the negotiation window to secure broader trade coverage. A Wall Street Journal report on Thursday noted that the EU is now considering reducing tariffs on various U.S. imports in hopes of quickly concluding a trade pact with the Trump administration.
As discussions evolve, the potential tariff escalation continues to weigh on global trade dynamics, particularly for nations seeking favorable access to the U.S. market. The coming weeks will be critical for whether Trump’s aggressive tariff plan moves forward or shifts to accommodate longer-term trade diplomacy.
This development adds uncertainty to global markets, but also opens the door for potential breakthroughs in international trade agreements.
