Overview

• Rep. Tony Gonzales and other key Republicans support President Trump’s threatened 30% tariffs on Mexican imports despite acknowledging likely harm to Texas constituents.
• President Trump has given Mexico and the EU an August 1 deadline to negotiate a deal to avert the planned 30% duties.
• Gonzales said Mexico has “come to the table” after months of inaction, reflecting increased engagement in recent talks.
• European Union officials have expressed readiness to enter negotiations with the White House to head off the reciprocal tariffs.
• The proposed measure would impose a sweeping 30% duty on all goods imported from Mexico and the EU if no agreement is reached.