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Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as pressure builds on consumer prices

Nov 14, 2025, 2:28 PM | Updated: 8:48 pm

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President Donald Trump speaks during an event on foster care in the East Room of the at the White House, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday to get rid of tariffs on a broad swath of commodities, including beef, coffee and tropical fruits. It’s part of a response to pressure from consumers who complain prices are too high.

The move comes after voters in off-year elections earlier this month cited economic concerns as their top issue, resulting in big wins for Democrats in races in Virginia and New Jersey.

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Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as pressure builds on consumer prices