Trump Reaffirms Tariffs on Electronics Amid 90-Day Pause, Plans Semiconductor Duties

President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his commitment to applying tariffs on phones, computers, and other popular consumer electronics, despite recent announcements of a 90-day temporary pause on some levies. He clarified that these exemptions are procedural and do not signify a rollback of tariffs. Trump emphasized that no country, particularly China, will be exempt from tariffs, as part of his broader push to address trade imbalances. He stated that certain products, including electronics, are being reclassified under existing tariffs, which include a 20 percent tariff hike tied to fentanyl-related trade measures. Trump also announced plans to detail new tariffs on superconductor chips soon. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated that critical technology products from China will face additional duties in the coming months. Trump reiterated on Truth Social that the U.S. aims to reduce reliance on foreign-made semiconductors by encouraging domestic production.