How the World Is Reacting to Trump's 'Forced Labor' Tariffs The world is grappling with the implications of President Donald Trump's latest trade salvo, which targets 80 countries accused of failing to enforce a ban on forced labor.
At first glance, this move appears to be a moral crusade against human rights abuses. However, scratch beneath the surface and you'll find a more calculating approach at play.
The US administration is using Section 301 of the Tariff Act to impose sweeping trade restrictions without Congressional approval.