Suspicion is rising that Trump and his aides are manipulating stocks via tariff announcements. Is that even possible?

That is something the White House does not acknowledge,” the host shot back. “That is something the president, who is a businessperson, understands that completely,” the

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump met with General Motors CEO Mary Barra on Wednesday to talk about the automaker's investment plans amid an ongoing tariff war, a White House official told Reuters.

While White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt sounded sure that tariffs wouldn't hurt Americans, most economists believe they'll end up costing consumers more.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer met with President Donald Trump to discuss issues important to Michigan, including jobs, tariffs and Great Lakes protection. The meeting follows concerns that proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico could negatively impact Michigan's auto industry and manufacturing base.

President Trump is open to additional tariff exemptions such as those he granted today to car makers, the White House said Wednesday, while again acknowledging tariffs could cause some economic disruptions.

After another chaotic day in Canada-U.S. relations, U.S. President Donald Trump dropped his threat to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum imports after Ontario agreed to pause a surcharge on electricity exports.