Trump Orders Robotics Import Talks After Commerce Security Finding

President Donald Trump signed an October 28, 2026 proclamation concurring with Commerce's finding that imports of robotics, industrial machinery and components threaten U.S. national security. He directed Commerce and the USTR to negotiate with trading partners, with tariffs, quotas and investment incentives possible if deals fail.

• Section 232 investigation began September 2, 2025
• Robotics and machinery supported $7.1 trillion in 2024 shipments
• Tariffs and quotas possible if no deal within 180 days
• U.S. relies on imports for most robotics types