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Canada Strikes Back: $30 Billion Tariffs on U.S. Goods

3/5/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on Canadian goods have ignited fierce backlash from Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has unveiled counter-tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. products. In solidarity, provincial leaders like Ontario's Doug Ford and Nova Scotia's Tim Houston are taking action, blocking U.S. sales and exploring new markets to protect their economies.

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U.S. President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on Canadian goods have ignited fierce backlash from Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has unveiled counter-tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. products. In solidarity, provincial leaders like Ontario's Doug Ford and Nova Scotia's Tim Houston are taking action, blocking U.S. sales and exploring new markets to protect their economies.