WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Trump administration will impose new tariffs on imported drones and their components. President Donald Trump announced the measures on Thursday, citing national security concerns. The White House said the United States has become too dependent on foreign drone supplies. The new tariffs will affect several major trading partners. They will also cover some key US allies.

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Under the new policy, larger drones with sensitive capabilities will face a 100% tariff. Smaller drones will face a 25% tariff, according to the White House. Meanwhile, drones and components from the European Union, Japan, Liechtenstein, South Korea, Switzerland and Taiwan wi...