Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against U.S. tariffs in effort to show strength Aug 15, 2026 · Mauricio Savarese · washingtontimes.com read more » Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Friday his government has triggered an economic reciprocity law mechanism against U.S.-imposed tariffs, saying the move was intended to show his nation must be respected. Read more »