The U.S. trade deficit nearly doubled in November, jumping 95% as imports rose faster than exports, highlighting renewed volatility tied to tariffs and shifting trade flows.
Data and Financial Journalist
The U.S. trade deficit nearly doubled in November, jumping 95% as imports rose faster than exports, highlighting renewed volatility tied to tariffs and shifting trade flows.
President Donald Trump said the U.S. will impose a 10% tariff on imports from eight European countries starting February 1, tying the move to opposition over Greenland.
On January 14, 2026, the U.S. State Department announced that it will indefinitely suspend immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries beginning January 21. The move is a part of a broad immigration policy shift under the Trump administration.
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