President Trump imposed a 25 percent tariff on metal imports, sparking new global trade spats as he attempts to shield the U.S. economy from foreign competition.

President Donald Trump told reporters he does not intend on creating exemptions on the 25% steel and aluminum tariffs that went into effect last week.

The White House on Monday was facing a legal battle over its use of the Alien Enemies Act, an 18-century law, under which the United States began deporting Venezuelans allegedly linked to organized crime.