Trump administration imposes 17% tariff on fresh Mexican tomatoes
Trump administration imposes 17% tariff on fresh Mexican tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes from Mexico — which supplies about 70% of the U.S. tomato market — will face a 17% duty.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is mostly accurate. The core claim about the 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes is supported by multiple sources. There is minimal bias, presenting the information in a straightforward manner.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim:** Fresh tomatoes from Mexico — which supplies about 70% of the U.S. tomato market — will face a 17% duty.
- Verification Source #4: Supports the 17% duty on most tomatoes from Mexico.
- Verification Source #5: Mentions U.S. plans for 17-21% tariffs on Mexican tomatoes.
- Fail to cover*: The exact percentage of the U.S. tomato market supplied by Mexico. Internal knowledge suggests this is a reasonable estimate, but it's not verifiable within the provided sources.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Verification Source #4: "The agency also will impose a 17% duty on most tomatoes from Mexico." This directly supports the article's claim.
- Verification Source #5: "U.S. plans 17–21% tariffs on Mexican tomatoes" This supports the article's claim, although it gives a range.
- Verification Source #1, #2, and #3: While these sources discuss tariffs, they do not specifically confirm the 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes mentioned in the article.