Metallus praised Trump's recent 25% tariff on steel and aluminum. Regional manufacturers say their operations shouldn't be majorly impacted.

Near the top of an official "fact sheet" distributed by the White House on Tuesday morning, the Trump administration makes clear its rationale for imposing new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.

Local businesses that rely on imported steel and aluminum say the new 25% tariff increase could lead to higher costs, supply challenges, and economic uncertainty.