Trump escalates trade war with Canada with threat to raise tariffs on vehicles and steel – live
The president says a 50% tariff on Canadian cars, trucks, steel and auto parts will take effect on 1 January 2027 Donald Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts and steel to 50% today, after trade negotiations between Washington and Ottowa broke down last week. On Truth Social, the president blasted Canada, and said the new duties will go into effect on 1 January 2027. “On Trade, and in other ways, also, they are among the worst Nations in the World to deal…
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