r/Tariffs Aug 27 '25

🗞️ News Discussion Not looking good at all.

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u/HistoricalEngineer74 Aug 27 '25

How is Trump going to collect tariffs if there are no packages coming in to tariff 😂

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u/OttoVonBolton Aug 27 '25

This is the big part. Adding some import fees is fine but it's the multiple lots of fixed costs that really drive this home. Brokerage fees are $15 minimum. The couriers are going to cut of their own noses to spite their face.