Howard Lutnick

Howard Lutnick is the US Commerce Secretary who has been making headlines for his involvement in trade policies and national security issues under President Donald Trump. Recently, he was present during a Cabinet meeting where Trump commented on the meeting's lack of excitement, and later warned about potential tariffs on foreign memory chipmakers. He also played a role in negotiating a deal with Taiwan to lower tariffs and boost investments. Additionally, Lutnick has been involved in discussions about trade deals with India and South Korea, including imposing 50% tariffs on Indian goods and raising tariffs on South Korean imports to 25%. His actions and comments highlight the importance of trade policies and national security under Trump's administration.