United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside the country, citing the decline of the American film industry and labeling foreign film incentives as a national security threat. The directive was posted on Truth Social, where Trump criticized other nations for luring American filmmakers abroad.

"The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death. Other Countries are offering all sorts of incentives to draw our filmmakers and studios away from the United States," Trump wrote. He described the trend as a "concerted effort by other Nations and, therefore, a National Security threat."

Trump emphasized that the issue extends beyond economics, asserting that foreign-produced films also represent "messaging and propaganda" designed to influence American audiences. However, he did not elaborate on what specific messaging he believed posed a threat or how the policy would be implemented.

To enforce the proposed tariff, Trump said he has directed the United States Trade Representative and the Department of Commerce to "immediately begin the process" of enacting the 100% tax on foreign films. The measure is intended to revive domestic film production and reduce reliance on international studios.

The announcement adds a new dimension to Trump’s economic nationalist agenda during his re-election term, further expanding his protectionist policies into the entertainment industry. While details remain scarce, the policy could spark international backlash and complicate U.S. trade relations with major film-exporting countries.

Industry leaders and trade analysts are expected to weigh in on the feasibility and potential consequences of the proposal as details emerge in the coming weeks.