Trump Threatens 25% Tariff on iPhones Over US Manufacturing

Former President Donald Trump has publicly threatened to impose a 25 percent tariff on iPhones if Apple does not manufacture them in the United States. Trump stated on his social media platform Truth Social that he expects all iPhones sold in the U.S. to be built domestically, warning that otherwise, Apple must pay the tariff. This threat comes amid Apple's efforts, led by CEO Tim Cook, to shift some iPhone production to India as a response to tariffs on China, a move that has frustrated Trump. The proposed tariffs could significantly raise iPhone prices, potentially harming sales and impacting one of America's leading tech companies. Apple joins other major corporations like Amazon and Walmart in facing scrutiny over supply chains and tariffs under Trump’s administration. This development underscores ongoing tensions between U.S. trade policies and global manufacturing strategies.