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Trump's Tariff Battle: Canada Strikes Back Amid Trade Tensions

3/10/2025

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President Trump has sparked a trade showdown by imposing a hefty 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, starting April 2, while raising tariffs on China to 20%. In response, Canada struck back with its own tariffs. However, Trump has temporarily paused some tariffs, pushing for action against fentanyl trafficking, and granted automakers a reprieve to protect the industry.

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President Trump has sparked a trade showdown by imposing a hefty 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, starting April 2, while raising tariffs on China to 20%. In response, Canada struck back with its own tariffs. However, Trump has temporarily paused some tariffs, pushing for action against fentanyl trafficking, and granted automakers a reprieve to protect the industry.