The U.S. Commerce Department has launched a Section 232 investigation concerning semiconductor imports to evaluate their national security implications. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated that a public comment period will follow the official filing. This investigation could pave the way for tariffs on semiconductors, a promise previously made by President Trump, who recently expanded the definition of semiconductors to include electronics like smartphones and laptops. Lutnick noted that these items would be part of forthcoming sector-specific tariffs.

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