World AffairsThe GuardianTue, Oct 14, 2025, 12:00 PMNegative

‘It’s a big unknown’: California Democrat on Trump’s 100% tariff plan for foreign movies

California Democrat Laura Friedman, a former Hollywood insider, expresses concern over President Trump's proposed 100% tariff on foreign films. She believes the film industry, already struggling, needs support rather than vague policies that could further complicate its future. This proposal raises questions about the impact on creativity and economic stability in Los Angeles, a city deeply intertwined with the film industry.

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California Democrat Laura Friedman, a former Hollywood insider, expresses concern over President Trump's proposed 100% tariff on foreign films. She believes the film industry, already struggling, needs support rather than vague policies that could further complicate its future. This proposal raises questions about the impact on creativity and economic stability in Los Angeles, a city deeply intertwined with the film industry.
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