President Trump announced Friday that his administration will impose tariffs on all imported furniture, a move he said will take effect “within the next 50 days.”
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said a formal investigation into foreign furniture imports is already underway, and once complete, it will set the stage for new tariffs. While the specific tax rate has not been finalized, Trump made clear that the measure is intended to revive the U.S. furniture industry.
“Within the next 50 days, that investigation will be completed, and furniture coming from other countries into the United States will be tariffed at a rate yet to be determined. This will bring the furniture business back to North Carolina, South Carolina, Michigan, and states all across the Union,” Trump wrote.
The move is the latest addition to Trump’s aggressive tariff agenda, which has already hit foreign steel, aluminum, autos, appliances, and electronics with steep duties. Most foreign goods are now subject to tariffs of 15 to 20 percent, raising the overall average tariff paid by American importers and businesses to its highest level in decades.
Supporters of the tariffs argue that the policy has boosted federal revenue and protected American jobs, while critics — including many economists — warn that it is driving up prices and slowing hiring across multiple industries.
Furniture retailers and importers have already voiced concerns that such a move will ripple through the supply chain, potentially raising costs for consumers while straining smaller businesses that rely heavily on imports. Still, Trump framed the policy as part of his broader push to rebuild American manufacturing.
“Tariffs mean jobs here at home. We’re going to bring back the American furniture business, and we’re not going to let China or anyone else undercut our workers anymore,” Trump said in remarks later that day.
The announcement adds to growing tensions in the global trade arena, where Trump’s tariffs are already drawing sharp criticism from trading partners and sparking fears of retaliation. Some analysts note that while tariffs have strengthened certain industries, they have also added costs that U.S. businesses often pass on to consumers.