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- U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian goods beginning August 19.
- Anthony Scaramucci said corporate leaders and fundraising pressure are urging Trump to back down, doubting the tariffs and expecting a 60- to 90-day delay with sector carveouts.
- Negotiators seek an interim deal to avoid the August 19 tariffs, with sources saying Ottawa may accept limited tariffs and quotas if the United States lifts harsher duties.
