Trump Administration Imposes National Security Duties on UAS, in Action Coordinated with FCC and Defense Regulation

On August 13, 2026, the White House published a Proclamation imposing duties under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (“Section 232”) on imports of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their parts and components. Following the Commerce Department’s recommendation, the President unveiled a staggered system of tariffs to address the national security threat … Continue reading Trump Administration Imposes National Security Duties on UAS, in Action Coordinated with FCC and Defense Regulation