United Steelworkers Urge Quick Action on Steel 232 Investigation
United Steelworkers (USW) in a statement urged the Trump administration to hurry up in taking Section 232 action against steel imports, after “news reports” indicated that the executive branch is delaying the conclusion of its ongoing investigation. "Delay is devastating,”…
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USW International President Leo Gerard said in a statement. “Since the President announced an investigation in April, attacks on the U.S. steel sector have skyrocketed, with imports up 18%. Trading partners have targeted the U.S. market for fear that the United States will finally stand up for its producers and workers and protect our national security.” Gerard said enough “time, attention, and investigation” have passed for the administration to “know what needs to be done.” Started in April, the Commerce Department-led investigation could result in tariffs and/or quotas if it finds steel imports threaten national security.