Donald Trump announced a plan to impose a 100% tariff on imported movies, citing a "national security threat" due to runaway production. He claims other countries lure filmmakers with incentives, harming the U.S. movie industry. The order directs the U.S. Trade Representative and Commerce Department to implement the tariff. The impact on international productions, particularly those partially filmed overseas, and potential retaliatory tariffs remain unclear. The Motion Picture Association's response is pending. Trump's move contradicts the industry's positive trade balance, with exports exceeding imports significantly.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.