President Trump faces a daunting self-imposed deadline to finalize trade agreements with 75 countries in under three months, according to NBC News. The goal follows a temporary pause on tariffs, but experts warn trade talks typically take months or years—raising doubts about what can be realistically achieved.
With federal trade staff diminished and agencies short-handed, the administration may rely on private law firms for support—an unusual and controversial move. Officials say most outcomes will be limited to basic purchase agreements, not comprehensive policy shifts.
Critics say the rushed strategy risks weak deals, while allies hope even modest wins could boost American businesses in the short term.
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