Trending Now - US Plans 25% Tariffs on Brazil Amid Trade Surplus Concerns

WHO:

AP News - President Trump, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, former President Jair Bolsonaro, trade lawyer Ryan Majerus.

WHAT:

AP News - The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil.

AP News - The U.S. has had a goods trade surplus with Brazil for years.

AP News - U.S. exports to Brazil rose nearly 11% to $54.4 billion, while Brazilian exports to the U.S. fell 5.7% to $39.9 billion, resulting in a trade surplus of more than $14 billion for the U.S.

AP News - The U.S. State Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

AP News - A public hearing on the proposed tariffs is scheduled for July 6.

WHERE:

AP News - The announcement was made in Washington.

AP News - Lula spoke to residents in the city of Catalao, Brazil.

WHEN:

AP News - The public hearing on the proposed tariffs is scheduled for July 6.

WHY:

AP News - The Trump administration charges that Brazil engages in trade practices that are “unreasonable” and “burden or restrict U.S. commerce.”

AP News - Brazil was accused of lax anti-corruption enforcement and unfair tariffs.

AP News - Lula cited the influence of Marco Rubio as a hurdle in relations with Trump.

HOW:

AP News - The Trump administration invoked Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to launch the investigation into Brazil’s trade practices.

AP News - The administration's plan excludes more than half of U.S. imports from Brazil, including aircraft and key minerals.

(UPDATED June 2, 2026 20:09 UTC)

President Trump has proposed a significant 25% tariff on imports from Brazil, citing trade practices he deems unreasonable and burdensome to U.S. commerce. This announcement, made in Washington, comes as the U.S. continues to enjoy a trade surplus with Brazil, with exports rising nearly 11% to $54.4 billion, while Brazilian exports to the U.S. have decreased. A public hearing on these proposed tariffs is set for July 6, as both nations navigate complex trade relations, with Brazilian President Lula highlighting challenges posed by U.S. Senator Marco Rubio.