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Trump to Impose Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

3/3/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump is set to impose tariffs on Canadian and Mexican exports beginning March 4, though they may be lower than the initially suggested 25%. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick noted both nations' efforts to combat drug trafficking, while Canada and Mexico brace for potential retaliatory actions in response to the tariffs.

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U.S. President Donald Trump is set to impose tariffs on Canadian and Mexican exports beginning March 4, though they may be lower than the initially suggested 25%. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick noted both nations' efforts to combat drug trafficking, while Canada and Mexico brace for potential retaliatory actions in response to the tariffs.