President Trump has sent mixed signals on his administration’s proposed tariff easing after optimistic news emerged on an import duties deferral for Chinese goods. The plan, which seemed to be gaining momentum earlier this week, would be imposed via executive order. Trump told reporters “Well, that might be, but I’m going to have to approve the plan. But one thing I will tell you, I approve everything and they haven’t presented it to me… there’s nothing wrong with doing it, but we’ll let you know.” Trump then reiterated his misstatement that China is bearing the costs of protectionist tariffs rather ... Log in to view full article.