The US has initiated national security investigations into semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports as part of President Trump's trade war, potentially leading to new tariffs. The Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on these probes, which aim to assess the impact of foreign imports on national security and the need for domestic production. Trump has indicated plans for tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, emphasizing the importance of reshoring production. The US relies heavily on imports for pharmaceuticals and advanced semiconductors, particularly from Taiwan and South Korea. Additionally, the Commerce Department is withdrawing from a previous agreement regarding tomato imports from Mexico, imposing a new tariff. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)