President Trump has taken an unconventional approach to trade negotiations by sending form letters to foreign leaders. These letters threaten higher tariffs while offering a chance to negotiate.

At the same time, Trump has followed through on tariffs targeting steel, aluminum and automotive imports — all of which are currently in effect. A 10% baseline tariff on nearly all U.S. imports is also being enforced. Following a 90-day pause, Trump has been issuing letters informing dozens of countries of their updated tariff rates