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Canada Prepares for Trade War Over Trump's Tariff Threat

1/19/2025

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Canada braces for a looming trade war as President-elect Donald Trump threatens a staggering 25% tariff on its goods. In response, Canadian officials are eyeing retaliatory measures aimed at products from Republican states. This tense standoff could disrupt the vital $1.3 trillion trade relationship, jeopardizing jobs and driving up prices on both sides of the border.

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Canada braces for a looming trade war as President-elect Donald Trump threatens a staggering 25% tariff on its goods. In response, Canadian officials are eyeing retaliatory measures aimed at products from Republican states. This tense standoff could disrupt the vital $1.3 trillion trade relationship, jeopardizing jobs and driving up prices on both sides of the border.