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The White House has kicked off what appears to be a global trade war. The near-term net effect is the growing reality that we are entering a higher-cost operating environment for most industries. Volatility is always a...more
A few weeks ago, at the Trade and Cargo Security Summit, held in New Orleans, we learned that CBP (Customs and Border Protection) WAS NOT going to discuss the current administration’s policy during the conference. (Cue the...more
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As we discussed in this April 7 blog post, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) can pursue civil penalties for tariff evasion under the False Claims Act (FCA), including against companies that are aware of tariff evasion by...more
With U.S. trade policy constantly evolving and Customs enforcement increasing, importers face more pressure than ever to ensure customs compliance from the beginning. One misstep – whether it is a misclassified product, an...more
New tariffs and geopolitical challenges are forcing companies to confront 2025 head-on. For many, this is a fast-changing operating environment with higher costs. Being able to sort through all the noise to find the facts...more
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As detailed in our prior article on “What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Rising Risk of Customs False Claims Act Actions in the Trump Administration,” the Department of Justice (DOJ) is encouraging the...more
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In less than 100 days, the Trump administration has implemented a dizzying array of new tariffs, significantly increasing costs and complexity for U.S. importers. The administration is keenly aware that companies operating in...more
During his 2024 presidential campaign, Donald Trump made tariffs a cornerstone of his foreign and domestic policy. With new 25% tariffs now imposed on Mexico and Canada, along with an additional 10% tariff on imports from...more
As reported in our prior article, “What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs (Part I),” President Trump signed two proclamations on February 10, 2025, imposing 25-percent tariffs...more
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