President Trump said 145% tariffs on Chinese imports will "come down substantially" as his administration expressed optimism about a trade deal.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told private investors during a meeting on Tuesday that the spiraling trade war between the United States and China was unsustainable and that he expects a "de-escalation" soon, according to a report from the Associated Press (AP). Newsweek has reached out to the White House for comment on Tuesday.

President Trump said Tuesday that the hefty tariff rate on China will significantly be reduced after he negotiates with Chinese President Xi Jinping, expressing optimism about a trade deal. “145 percent is very high.