Trump says Aug 1 tariff deadline will not be extended

 


WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his reciprocal tariff deadline for remaining trade partners will not be extended this Friday.

"The August first deadline is the August first deadline - it stands strong, and will not be extended. A big day for America!!!" Trump wrote on his social media platform in all capital letters.



(Reporting by Susan Heavey; Editing by Andrew Heavens)