A look at President Trump's 'fluid' tariff plans and what they mean for businesses

By Scott Horsley

Published March 3, 2025 at 6:11 PM EST

President Trump has threatened new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada starting tomorrow, but the administration says the plans are "fluid." That's a headache for businesses as they try to prepare.

Scott Horsley

Scott Horsley is NPR's Chief Economics Correspondent. He reports on ups and downs in the national economy as well as fault lines between booming and busting communities.

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A look at President Trump's 'fluid' tariff plans and what they mean for businesses