The president wants tariffs, the higher the better. Whether that is achieved unilaterally or via deals is secondary.

U.S. products will not face a tariff in Indonesia, the president said. "We have full access to Indonesia. We will pay no tariffs," Trump told reporters on July 15.Start the day smarter.

The US has quietly updated its travel advisory for one of its closest allies, raising eyebrows on both sides of the border. The official warning cites environmental risks but hints at deeper tensions.