Trump declares robot imports a national security threat

President Trump issued an October 28 proclamation declaring imports of foreign-made industrial robots a national security threat, ordering new trade negotiations and holding out possible tariffs. The move could complicate operations for major US companies relying on such robots, including GM, Ford, Tesla, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin.

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