US President Donald Trump arrives to speak during a visit to US Steel - Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, May 30, 2025, to mark the deal between Nippon Steel and US Steel. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) (Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images)
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50% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports are in effect. Here’s what that could mean

US tariffs on steel and aluminum just doubled to 50%. CNN’s Matt Egan breaks down what products could get more expensive and why the manufacturing industry is worried these tariffs could lead to job losses.

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US President Donald Trump arrives to speak during a visit to US Steel - Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, May 30, 2025, to mark the deal between Nippon Steel and US Steel. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) (Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images)
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