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Americans Back CUSMA, Reject Tariffs Amid Cost Concerns

3/12/2026

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A recent Angus Reid survey finds strong American support for maintaining the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).
Two-thirds view Canada as a vital trading partner, and 51% oppose tariffs on Canadian goods.
U.S. President Donald Trump faces 57% disapproval of his tariff policies, with costs attributed to American consumers.
Cost of living concerns dominate American priorities, signaling a shift from immigration and crime to economic issues.

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Story summary

A recent Angus Reid survey finds strong American support for maintaining the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).
Two-thirds view Canada as a vital trading partner, and 51% oppose tariffs on Canadian goods.
U.S. President Donald Trump faces 57% disapproval of his tariff policies, with costs attributed to American consumers.
Cost of living concerns dominate American priorities, signaling a shift from immigration and crime to economic issues.