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Donald Trump Says ‘James Bond Has Nothing to Worry About’ Amid Movie Tariff Concerns: ‘And You Know, Sean Connery Was a Friend of Mine’


Donald Trump wants to put a tariff on movies made overseas, but he says that will not extend to the James Bond franchise.

Trump confused Hollywood this month after saying he had authorized the U.S. Trade Representative and the Commerce Department to initiate steps to impose a 100% tariff on films made overseas. A spokesperson added: “The Administration is exploring all options to deliver on President Trump’s directive to safeguard our country’s national and economic security while Making Hollywood Great Again.” Jon Voight and his producing partner, Steven Paul, revealed after Trump’s announcement they had submitted to him a “comprehensive” plan in an attempt to rescue the entertainment industry.

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