In a bold declaration signaling a shift back to a more protectionist trade stance, US President Donald Trump has officially stated that he will not extend the 90-day pause on global tariffs beyond the July 9, 2025 deadline. The announcement, made during an appearance on Fox News Channel’s "Sunday Morning Futures," comes amidst ongoing tensions with several trading partners and a flurry of international developments.

Speaking candidly during the interview, Trump confirmed that official letters would soon be sent to various countries, notifying them of impending trade penalties unless bilateral trade deals are concluded in time.

“We’ll look at how a country treats us, are they good, are they not so good. Some countries we don’t care, we’ll just send a high number out,” Trump stated.

He elaborated that these letters will include statements such as:

“Congratulations, we’re allowing you to shop in the United States of America, you’re going to pay a 25 per cent tariff, or a 35 per cent or a 50 per cent or 10 per cent.”

This move could escalate trade tensions, as it effectively reinstates punitive tariffs on goods from countries that fail to meet US trade demands. Trump had initially announced a 90-day global pause on tariffs earlier in 2025, intended to allow for trade negotiations, but had already acknowledged the difficulty of reaching 90 separate deals in such a short span.

TikTok Sale in the Works, Trump Confirms

The President also touched on the fate of TikTok, the widely popular but controversial Chinese-owned social media platform. He revealed that a group of wealthy investors is working on a deal to buy TikTok, possibly requiring the approval of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

“We have a buyer for TikTok, by the way… I’ll tell you in about two weeks,” Trump teased.

The revelation follows Trump’s decision earlier this month to extend TikTok’s US operations by another 90 days—the third such extension—after the Supreme Court upheld a national ban. The US government has maintained its position that TikTok poses national security risks due to its Chinese ownership.

Iran Nuclear Strikes and Trump’s Bold Claims

Trump also addressed the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, boasting that the operations had “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear program.

However, this claim has been challenged both domestically and internationally. Trump criticized what he described as a leak of an intelligence assessment suggesting the damage was only temporary. He called for prosecution of the leaker and suggested journalists should be compelled to reveal their sources.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dismissed Trump’s statements as exaggerated and misleading, intended to “conceal the truth.” Meanwhile, Iran’s UN Ambassador reiterated that Iran’s nuclear ambitions are strictly peaceful.

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi confirmed that while “significant damage” occurred to some sites, “total destruction” had not been achieved. He denied facing any pressure to misrepresent the facts and emphasized the IAEA’s independent verification process.

Immigration Flexibility for Farm and Hotel Workers

In a surprising policy suggestion, Trump introduced the idea of a “temporary pass” for farm and hotel workers, two sectors heavily dependent on migrant labor.

“I’m the strongest immigration guy there’s ever been, but I’m also the strongest farmer guy,” he said, acknowledging the adverse economic effects of mass deportations on American agriculture and hospitality industries.

This remark follows a recent suspension of immigration raids targeting laborers in critical industries. Although Homeland Security continues to enforce strict immigration laws, Trump’s statement signals potential policy flexibility, possibly as part of his 2028 campaign messaging aimed at business communities and rural states.

Trump did emphasize that criminal immigrants must still be deported, reinforcing his hardline stance on law and order, but offered a more business-friendly tone when discussing economic sectors.

Global Repercussions Expected

Trump’s announcements could have significant global and domestic ramifications. His decision to reinstate tariffs after July 9 will likely affect US-China relations, ongoing trade deals with the European Union, and NAFTA successors involving Canada and Mexico.

Markets have already begun reacting to the possibility of new trade barriers, with global stocks dipping slightly in early trading hours following the interview. Economists warn that tariffs may reignite inflation in certain sectors, especially imports related to consumer electronics and automotive parts.

Meanwhile, foreign governments are expected to respond sharply to Trump’s claims about Iran, TikTok, and immigration, all of which touch on sovereignty, international law, and bilateral diplomacy.

Conclusion

Donald Trump’s refusal to extend the 90-day global tariff pause marks a pivotal point in US trade policy, with implications that span from diplomatic relations and economic negotiations to national security and immigration enforcement.

By combining tough rhetoric with selective policy flexibility, Trump is once again positioning himself as a disruptive but decisive force on the global stage. His focus on strong borders, strategic trade, and economic nationalism continues to define his approach as he navigates both domestic challenges and international scrutiny.

As the July 9 deadline looms, the world waits to see whether Trump’s aggressive tactics will yield favorable trade deals, spark retaliation, or usher in a new era of global economic friction.

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