President Donald Trump said tariffs will still target phones, computers, and other electronics, despite a temporary exemption announced over the weekend. Confusion followed conflicting messages from Trump and his top advisers, as the administration now signals that levies on major tech products are still in the works. The move comes as the U.S.-China trade war escalates and tensions rise over new tariff rounds.

What to Know:

• The U.S. briefly paused tariffs on some consumer electronics over the weekend.
• Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed those products will still face tariffs, just under a separate policy.
• Trump said there is “no exception” for tech goods and hinted at broader tariff plans tied to national security.
• China responded with new duties on U.S. imports, raising some to 125%.
• A 10% baseline tariff remains on affected U.S. imports since April 5.
• Under the USMCA, compliant North American goods remain tariff-free; others face tariffs up to 25%.

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