**Trump Unleashes Threat of 50% Tariff on Brazil Amid Ongoing Controversies**

Thu Jul 10 2025 14:27:10 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
**Trump Unleashes Threat of 50% Tariff on Brazil Amid Ongoing Controversies**

US President's move comes as tensions rise over Bolsonaro's legal battles and trade disputes.


The potential tariff increase highlights ongoing frictions between the US and Brazil, as Trump singles out the nation amidst broader tariff discussions with multiple countries.

In a provocative move, US President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a staggering 50% tariff on goods produced in Brazil, ramping up tensions with the South American nation. The announcement, conveyed through a tariff letter shared on social media, accuses Brazil of "attacks" on American technology firms and attempts to prosecute former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently facing legal challenges related to allegations of attempting to overturn the 2022 election results.

This escalation follows Trump's recent confrontation with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, where Lula firmly stated that Brazil would not tolerate "interference" from external parties, asserting that "no one is above the law." The Brazilian president has been critical of the implications surrounding Bolsonaro's trial, indicating a firm stance against perceived external pressures.

Throughout the week, Trump has circulated a total of 22 letters directed at countries including Japan, South Korea, and Sri Lanka, detailing new tariffs aimed at various goods, set to be enacted starting August 1. While the overall tariff approach reflects revised plans initially introduced in April, which faced backlash from financial markets, the specific focus on Brazil marks a notable increase from the previously indicated 10% rate. This targeted threat indicates Trump's intent to exert pressure on Brazil as the ongoing saga involving Bolsonaro continues to unfold.

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