The tariff has to actually take effect, not just be set to take effect in the future.
Numbers are approximate - a 24% tariff would count for 25%, and anything greater than 25% will count, but a 2% tariff would not count. Categories are also approximate - a tariff on SUVs will count for a tariff on autos, and limited exclusions can still count. Tariffs need to be new in 2025.
The tariff does not need to literally be introduced by Trump, it just needs to take effect on imports to the USA in 2025.
1,000@Gabrielle The Trump administration is considering 20% global tariffs. Will they go forward with them?
https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-says-he-couldnt-care-less-if-car-prices-go-up-b9b4a211
Steel and aluminum can resolve YES: https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/03/12/economy/trump-steel-aluminum-tariffs-hnk-intl