Bitcoin News Update: Trump's Pause on China Tariffs Triggers Worker Protests Over Future of U.S. Shipyards
- Trump administration suspends China tariffs on shipbuilding imports, drawing labor union criticism over domestic industry risks and worker refunds. - 175 H-1B visa abuse investigations reveal $15M+ potential refunds, as unions warn of wage suppression and corporate favoritism in trade policies. - Square enables Bitcoin payments for 4M U.S. merchants, advancing crypto adoption while Trump dismisses inflation concerns and vows meatpacking crackdowns.
The Trump administration is under increasing fire for a contentious trade deal with China that lifts tariffs on imports tied to shipbuilding. Labor unions caution that this could severely harm the U.S. maritime sector and result in billions in potential reimbursements for American workers. This policy, part of a larger ceasefire between the U.S. and China, has been strongly criticized by organizations such as the United Steelworkers, who contend that it favors large corporations at the expense of reviving a vital national industry. Alongside the International Association of Machinists and other groups, the unions described the removal of Section 301 tariffs as granting China an unfair advantage and argued it disrupts the long-term strategy needed for U.S. shipyard growth
The administration’s trade approach has faced criticism in other areas as well. Officials have opened 175 probes into potential H-1B visa misuse, focusing on tech companies suspected of underpaying foreign employees or neglecting to report terminations. According to the Labor Department, more than $15 million in possible back pay is owed to impacted workers, raising alarms about wage suppression for both visa holders and U.S. staff
On a different note, a recent economic development underscores progress in technology: Jack Dorsey's Square has introduced
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