Adrienne Braumiller Discusses Tariffs
Adrienne Braumiller, Managing Partner and Founder of Braumiller Law Group sits down with Bob Brewer, VP at Braumiller Law Group, to discuss President Trump’s ever changing tariff environment since “liberation day” and the challenges posed in providing clients with accurate tracking information. They discuss the impact on U.S. manufacturing firms, including small ones that are finding it especially difficult to manage the impacts, as well as what the impact will be on China.
Brandon French Discusses Reciprocal Tariffs
Brandon French, Senior Associate Attorney, sits down with Bob Brewer, VP at Braumiller Law Group to discuss President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs. They discuss how they have been challenging to track, starting with “liberation day” in April with country-specific tariffs with continued movement since then. They discuss specific concerns with China, Brazil, India, and Mexico, and anticipating best and worst case scenarios in the coming months.
As the U.S. Pushes For More Protectionism, Global Trade Turns to Another Obvious Option- China
Here we are. August 1st, 2025, and the media is now publishing what facts they have on the various trade deals as well as those that have yet to come to fruition, in addition to the new announcement of imposed global tariffs which range anywhere from 10% to 41%, Yes, the trade world is on fire from a U.S. perspective. CNN, my “go-to” is reporting that the Trump Administration is imposing tariffs on over 60 countries around the globe.
Trade Letters and Tariff Deals – What Is Going On?
Since taking office on January 20, 2025, the Trump Administration has undertaken an aggressive trade policy that has impacted, and will continue to impact, all countries trading with the US. Many of the actions seek to reverse the established principles of trade policy that have been supported by both political parties, enshrined in the rules of international agreements and organizations, and regulated by executive branch agencies since the end of World War II.
The U.S. Effort to Keep AI Out of China’s Hands
It comes as no surprise China has been a major focus point of the second Trump administration. One of the key reasons for this focus is the increasing national security concerns over technology. In particular, the smuggling of AI chips, which China intends to use in developing advanced AI systems for military purposes and surveillance.
Trade Wars & Sanctions – The New Trade Order
Question 1: How are you advising businesses in your jurisdiction when protecting themselves from the impact of trade wars and sanctions, and what strategies can professional services firms offer to mitigate these risks?
Rare Earth Minerals, and China’s Global Dominance
If I heard it once, I’ve heard it a thousand times, China is the sourcing capital of the world. I’ve also repeated this statement at least 400+ times in many conversations over the years regarding global trade. China, it’s also where the global market goes for rare earth minerals, among thousands of other necessary elements for a veritable plethora of life’s essential things.
Tariffs and the Future of U.S. Beef
On April 2, 2025, President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs, setting a baseline rate of 10% on imports from all countries, with higher rates on dozens of countries which the United States (U.S.) runs trade deficits. Specifically, Trump imposed a 34% tariff on all Chinese imports in response to China’s 67% tariff and non-tariff barriers on U.S. exports, aiming to address what he sees as an unfair trade imbalance.
U.S.-China Trade Relations: An Update on Tariffs
Since Trump’s first term, tensions between the United States and China, the world’s two largest economies, have been on the rise. President Trump ran for his second presidential term on a promise to reduce reliance on China – and promise kept. In one of his first Presidential actions, President Trump issued an “America First Trade Policy” memorandum dedicating an entire section to trade relations with China. Since then, several tariffs have been imposed on Chinese goods and the duty-free de minimis treatment for goods valued at $800 or less ended.
Section 232 Investigation of Commercial Aircraft, Jet Engines and Parts
In a recent Federal Register notice the Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS) of the Department of Commerce announced that “On May 1, 2025, the Secretary of Commerce initiated an investigation to determine the effects on the national security of imports of commercial aircraft and jet engines, and parts for commercial aircraft and jet engines. This investigation has been initiated under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (Section 232).” The investigation may take up to 270 days but it can be concluded sooner.