Trump floats creating ‘external revenue service’ for tariffs

President-elect Donald Trump plans to create an 'External Revenue Service' to collect tariffs on foreign imports, reaffirming his commitment to imposing trade levies. Critics question the need for a new agency, given that Customs and Border Protection already handles tariff collection. Experts warn these tariffs may inflate consumer prices without generating substantial revenue.

Trump floats creating ‘external revenue service’ for tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump plans to create an 'External Revenue Service' to collect tariffs on foreign imports, reaffirming his commitment to imposing trade levies. Critics question the need for a new agency, given that Customs and Border Protection already handles tariff collection. Experts warn these tariffs may inflate consumer prices without generating substantial revenue.