ABC News anchor David Muir cut into scheduled programming Monday night with a breaking development from the White House, noting new tariffs ordered by President Donald Trump are set to take effect at midnight.
The ABC host told viewers the president is imposing a 100% tariff on all chips and semiconductors entering the U.S., a move that could drive up the price of electronics, appliances, and vehicles.
“So what will this mean for the cost of electronics here in America?” Muir, who trashed NBC late last month, asked, before introducing senior correspondent Mary Bruce.
Bruce reported from the Oval Office, where Trump appeared alongside Apple CEO Tim Cook to announce the tech giant’s plan to invest an additional $100 billion in U.S. manufacturing, building on a $500 billion pledge made in February.
“They’re coming home,” Trump declared, describing the expansion as proof that his economic plan is paying off.
Fans and critics alike took to social media to voice their opinions on the segment.
“No charge??? Really? Sounds like another break for corporate America,” one commenter wrote.
“Guess I’ll be using my phone for the next 4 years,” another posted.
Some critics accused Trump of hurting the economy, with one user writing, “He’s purposely tanking our economy,” and another quipping, “I’m starting to think his middle name is tariff.”