https://www.wcmu.org/tags/tariffs Tariffs en-US Copyright Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:18:48 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-01-30/sault-ste-marie-international-bridge-crossings-drop-in-2025 Data from the Bridge Authority shows a nearly 24% drop in crossings last year when compared to 2024. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:18:48 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-01-30/sault-ste-marie-international-bridge-crossings-drop-in-2025 Brianna Edgar https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-01-13/trump-defends-tariffs-at-dearborn-ford-plant-detroit-economic-club President Donald Trump says his tariffs are the reason the country's trade deficit has decreased and claims he's revived Detroit's auto industry — though companies have had mixed success recently. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 03:35:53 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-01-13/trump-defends-tariffs-at-dearborn-ford-plant-detroit-economic-club Zena Issa, Sarah Cwiek, Quinn Klinefelter | WDET, Russ McNamara | WDET, Brett Dahlberg https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-10-10/trade-tariffs-are-hurting-michigan-soybean-export-market Michigan soybean growers are being hurt by retaliatory tariffs from their major international markets, especially China and the European Union. The state ranks 13th in soybean production. Major producing counties include Lenawee, Gratiot, Sanilac, Saginaw and Shiawassee. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:16:44 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-10-10/trade-tariffs-are-hurting-michigan-soybean-export-market Samantha Ku, Capital News Service https://www.wcmu.org/2025-10-03/farmers-tough-economy-crops-yields-good The U.S. Department of Agriculture is expecting a strong corn and soybean harvest this year. But low crop prices, high input costs and international trade uncertainty could hurt farmers. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:23:21 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/2025-10-03/farmers-tough-economy-crops-yields-good Joe Schulz https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-09-18/tariffs-other-federal-policies-hitting-up-north-chocolate-coffee-fruit-and-wine Northern Michigan’s agriculture industry is feeling the impact of rising costs, supply shortages and less research funding, among other things that benefit farmers. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:35:20 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-09-18/tariffs-other-federal-policies-hitting-up-north-chocolate-coffee-fruit-and-wine Jacob Wheeler https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-24/michigan-businesses-brace-for-summer-without-canadians There’s been a steep drop in the number of Canadians coming into Michigan due to President Trump’s threats of tariffs and annexation. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:38:27 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-24/michigan-businesses-brace-for-summer-without-canadians Russ McNamara https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-14/survey-many-michigan-retailers-feeling-the-effects-of-president-donald-trumps-tariffs “The inconsistency in which these tariffs are threatened and applied has created a very difficult environment for business owners,” said Bill Hallan, CEO of the Michigan Retailers Association. Wed, 14 May 2025 17:12:33 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-14/survey-many-michigan-retailers-feeling-the-effects-of-president-donald-trumps-tariffs Steve Carmody https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-06/aluminum-tariff-adds-new-input-cost-for-some-michigan-breweries The 10% tariff on aluminum importing into the U.S. could add new economic pressure to some members of Michigan's already-struggling brewery sector. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 23:26:29 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-06/aluminum-tariff-adds-new-input-cost-for-some-michigan-breweries Alvin (AJ) Jones https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-04/new-tariffs-cause-uncertainty-for-michigan-industries Canada and China announced tariffs in response to the United States imposing 25% tariffs on good from Canada and Mexico, and an additional 10% tariff on goods from China. Michigan industries are figuring out how to adapt to the tariffs. Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:04:31 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-04/new-tariffs-cause-uncertainty-for-michigan-industries Rachel Mintz, The Associated Press https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-01-23/how-canada-is-preparing-for-tariffs-and-why-it-matters-for-michigan WCMU's AJ Jones chatted with News Director Rick Brewer about Canada's upcoming election for their next prime minister, and how a potential trade war between the U.S. and Canada could impact Michigan now that President Donald Trump is back in the White House. Thu, 23 Jan 2025 16:58:48 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-01-23/how-canada-is-preparing-for-tariffs-and-why-it-matters-for-michigan Alvin (AJ) Jones, Rick Brewer