White House Signals More Tariff Letters Possible Before Aug. 1

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Donald Trump remains actively involved in trade negotiations and signalled that the administration may issue additional tariff letters before 1 August. Leavitt did not specify which trading partners could be affected or outline the scope of any potential duties. The statement suggests the White House is prepared to step up tariff activity following the 145% levy on Chinese goods that took effect in April. Investors are watching for details of any new notices, which typically precede formal tariff actions and could widen trade friction in the coming weeks.