Trump Announces New Suspension
🇺🇸 Strong Move to Protect American Jobs and Stop the Flow of Illicit Fentanyl
President Donald J. Trump is once again putting America First—this time by shutting down a massive loophole that has allowed billions in duty-free imports from China and other foreign nations to bypass U.S. tariffs.
📦 What Just Changed?
Starting August 29, Trump’s latest executive order will eliminate the de minimis exemption, a little-known rule that allowed foreign retailers to ship products under $800 directly to Americans without paying any tariffs—as long as they used private couriers instead of the international postal system.
This loophole has been a goldmine for Chinese e-commerce giants like Temu, Shein, and foreign vendors on Amazon, enabling them to undercut U.S. businesses and ship cheap goods into American households by the millions—every single day.
✅ Over 4 million de minimis shipments are processed daily by U.S. Customs—many from China.
⚠️ National Security Threat: Fentanyl and Synthetic Drugs
According to the Trump White House, the de minimis exemption has also become a major national security risk, as smugglers exploit the loophole to send illicit fentanyl, synthetic opioids, and drug precursors into the country under the radar.
“This exemption has been abused,” said a White House official. “It’s allowed traffickers to bypass security, bringing in deadly drugs that are killing Americans.”
💥 Ending the China Advantage
Back in May, the Trump administration blocked China from using the de minimis loophole. Now, this new order applies across the board—targeting all countries and all non-postal import routes.
This is a massive win for American manufacturers, small businesses, and workers who’ve struggled to compete with the flood of tariff-free Chinese imports.
✅ What This Means for America
- More fairness for U.S. businesses
- Stronger border enforcement
- Fewer deadly drugs reaching communities
- Holding China accountable for trade abuse
- Support for President Trump’s America First economic agenda
Bottom Line:
This bold move from President Trump is exactly why Americans continue to rally behind his leadership. It’s about defending U.S. jobs, stopping illegal drug trafficking, and restoring law and order at every level—including in trade.
💬 “No more free rides for foreign companies—especially not from China.”
