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Should the government exempt essential goods, like pharmaceuticals, from the 2025 tariff increases?

Trump’s 2025 tariff policy initially exempted certain goods, like pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, from the 10% baseline and reciprocal tariffs. The administration aims to protect U.S. industries, but debates persist over whether exemptions undermine the strategy or prevent shortages and price spikes worldwide.

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No

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Yes

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No, all imports should face tariffs to ensure fair competition

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Yes, but review exemptions annually to encourage domestic production

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Yes, and extend exemptions to all critical supply chain items

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No, exemptions weaken the goal of reshoring manufacturing