Sun Apr 13 12:37:28 UTC 2025: ## Trump Halts Most Tariffs, But Intensifies China Trade War
**WASHINGTON, D.C.** – In a stunning reversal, President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended his planned tariffs on most countries for 90 days, halting a policy that had sent global markets into a tailspin. The decision, announced [Date of announcement], follows widespread condemnation from business leaders and even within the Republican party, who warned of impending recession.
While the White House will use this 90-day period to negotiate bilateral trade deals, the reprieve does not extend to China. Trump has instead doubled down on his trade dispute with the Asian superpower, escalating tensions.
The temporary halt to the “reciprocal” tariffs brought immediate relief to financial markets, which had plummeted in response to the initial announcement. However, critics point to Trump’s history of policy reversals since taking office, expressing concerns that the uncertainty surrounding his trade agenda continues to pose a significant threat to the U.S. economy. The 90-day pause leaves businesses and investors grappling with the continued unpredictability of the administration’s trade policy.
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