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New Trump tariffs take direct aim at Chinese trade

President Trump broadened his economic war with China, announcing a second wave of tariffs that may total up to $60 billion worth of Chinese imports, as well as restrictions on Chinese investments in U.S. tech firms. The president argues it's punishment for alleged efforts at violating U.S. intellectual property. China has threatened to impose tariffs of its own. William Brangham reports.

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