Amid Price Worries, Trump Removes Tariffs on Fruits, Coffee, and Beef

us President Donald Trump on Friday signed an executive order eliminating tariffs on a wide range of imported goods—including tropical fruits, coffee, and meat—in response to growing concern among consumers about escalating prices. The move comes at a time when Americans are increasingly vocal about inflation and the rising cost of everyday essentials.

The order follows significant Democratic wins in several off-year elections earlier this month. In states like Virginia and New Jersey, voters listed economic anxiety as their most pressing issue, signaling a shifting political landscape Trump could not overlook. The results underline how inflation and soaring prices have become central concerns for households across the country, according to the Associated Press.

Earlier in April, Trump had imposed broad tariffs on multiple countries, insisting that these duties would not affect consumer prices. However, market data tells a different story. Beef prices, in particular, have surged dramatically, becoming a major flashpoint for American families. The administration’s tariffs on Brazil—one of the world’s largest beef exporters—have been cited as a key contributor to the spike, AP reported. Trump had already hinted that he planned to address the rising cost of meat.

Under the new order, tariffs have also been lifted on products such as tea, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, fruit juices, chocolate, spices, and certain fertilizers. Many of these goods are not produced domestically, reinforcing the argument that tariffs were disproportionately burdening American consumers rather than protecting US industries.

Trump’s directive comes shortly after the United States struck agreements with Ecuador, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Argentina, aimed at lowering import duties on agricultural products from these nations. Earlier this week, Trump signaled that reducing coffee tariffs was a key component of his broader strategy to increase imports and stabilize prices.

During his campaign, Trump repeatedly promised economic revival—prioritizing lower prices and a resurgence in industrial jobs. But households have continued to struggle with rising costs of housing, utilities, and essential groceries. Despite the ongoing hardships, Trump maintains that his policies have improved the US Economy, arguing that steps like Friday’s order are part of a broader plan to provide relief to consumers.