Trump Announces 100% Tariff Plan on Foreign-Produced Films, Calling Them a "National Security Threat"

Former President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 100% tariffs on films produced outside the United States, directing the Department of Commerce and U.S. Trade Representative to begin implementing the measure. Trump characterized foreign film production as "a national security threat" and "propaganda," while claiming the American movie industry "is dying."

"I am authorizing the United States Trade Representative and the Department of Commerce to institute a 100% Tariff on all Movies made, in whole or in part, in a Foreign Country," Trump stated on his Truth Social platform.

The announcement has raised numerous questions about implementation, legality, and potential impact on the global film industry. California Governor Gavin Newsom's office responded quickly, stating Trump has "no authority" to impose such tariffs under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act.

The proposed tariffs would potentially affect productions in numerous countries including Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Hungary, which offer competitive incentives for filmmakers.

In other news, Trump clarified during an NBC "Meet the Press" interview with Kristen Welker that he is not seeking a third presidential term due to constitutional limits. He suggested potential Republican successors including Marco Rubio and JD Vance.

Trump also sparked controversy when, during the same interview, he responded "I don't know" when asked if it is the president's job to uphold the Constitution.

Separately, Trump announced plans to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary to house "America's most ruthless and violent Offenders" as a symbol of "Law, Order, and JUSTICE." The former prison has been closed since 1963.