Trump tariffs are 'punitive,' former U.S. ambassador to Singapore says, warning of U.S. job losses
- Posted on February 11, 2025
- By CNBC
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Trump tariffs are 'punitive,' former U.S. ambassador to Singapore says, warning of U.S. job losses
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Lavin said that "we're in for a bit of bad news in the near term," adding that the tariffs will also hurt the auto industry in the U.S.