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President Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to emphasize that the tariff will be applied without extension beyond the established deadline. He reiterated that the August 1st deadline is firm, stating, "The August 1st deadline is the August 1st deadline. It stands strong and will not be extended," framing the move as a pivotal moment for America’s economic policies. The administration has made it clear that the current threat of tariffs is a strategic move designed to push trading partners toward favorable agreements.