Trump slaps 100% tariff on certain drones over national security concerns

The proclamation imposes a 100% ​tariff on drones “of a certain size or with certain capabilities that are particularly sensitive for national security purposes,” according to the White House, including those with a maximum takeoff weight of more than 55 pounds and with thermal imaging capabilities.

Trump Announces Drone Tariffs to Protect National Security, Bolster U.S. Supply Chains  WSJ

A proclamation signed by Trump imposes a 100% tariff on drones of a certain size or with certain capabilities that are particularly sensitive for national security purposes.

The Trump administration is applying a 100% tariff on imports of unmanned aircraft systems and their components in a bid to cut the US’s reliance on foreign supplies of drones.