Those that are affected will probably now be covered by a new tariff imposed by an executive order Trump signed Friday. “I note that President Trump, a few hours ago, said he had reworked some measures to introduce new tariffs, more limited ones, but applying to everyone,” Macron said. However, Mexico has been pushing back against Trump administration tariffs on imports of vehicles, steel and aluminum, among other products. AdvertisementAbout 85% of Mexican exports to the United States are exempt from tariffs because of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. The policy swoons in the United States over the last year have made many global business leaders cautious, as they struggle to forecast and see investment take a hit.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 21, 2026 22:35 UTC