Canada, EU Tariff Retaliations, and Other Headlines of the Day
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US tariff attacks on Canada threaten California tourism
To date, Trump’s tariffs have targeted Canadian goods that include steel, aluminum, energy and the auto industry. After threatening a 50% tariff early last week on the country’s steel and aluminum, he reduced it to 25% days later after Canada retaliated, then pushed to April 2 the full 50% tariff.
Canada Hit With Major New Retaliatory Tariffs From China
Initially, his administration imposed a blanket 25 percent tariff on trade with Canada, excluding certain energy products, and 25 percent on Mexico. However, some of these were later suspended for one month. Trump also placed an additional 10 percent tariff on trade with China.
Canada’s response to Trump’s tariffs was strategic, but there is room for improvement
Canada’s decision to retaliate was not just about responding in kind; it was a strategic move aimed at pressuring key U.S. export industries.
Trump hits back at Canada with additional 25% tariff on steel, aluminum
President Trump ordered an additional 25% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum imports Tuesday in response to Ontario charging Americans in parts of three border states 25% more for electricity.
Trump makes some false or misleading claims to justify Canada tariffs
President Trump has imposed steep tariffs on Canadian goods, citing trade imbalances and drug trafficking. But many of his claims exaggerate or misrepresent the facts.
Trump threatens more tariffs after EU, Canada retaliate, Reuters reports
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened more tariffs, escalating a global trade war with further tariffs on EU goods, after Canada and the EU
Some countries aren't retaliating against Trump's tariffs. Should Canada 'turn the other cheek'?
Faced with tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, some countries have decided, so far, to respond by turning the other cheek, and not retaliate with their own duties.
President Trump threatens additional tariffs on Canada, European Union
The trade war is escalating as President Trump says he may impose additional tariffs on Canada and the EU. Canada has put 25% reciprocal tariffs on nearly $21 billion worth of American imports, while the EU is preparing to levy 25% tariffs on about $28 billion worth of U.
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Can Canada’s New Prime Minister Mark Carney Win Trump’s Trade War?
Winning 85.9 percent of Liberal Party members’ votes, he promised that Trump’s trade war would not threaten Canada’s ...
Tariff Pain First, Deals Later, U.S. Tells Canada in Key Meeting
In talks aimed at finding common ground on tariffs, Canadian officials were told April 2 will be a crucial day in setting the ...
Congress avoids shutdown — and gives Trump more tariff power against Canada and Mexico
Congress avoided a government shutdown Friday evening, after the Senate passed legislation that funds the federal government ...
NYers could see higher utility bills due to Canada tariff spat — but Dems warn of disaster without proof
Ontario Premier Doug Ford followed through on his threats last week by slapping a 25% surcharge Monday on energy exports to ...
Doubled Tariff on Canadian Metals Abruptly Called Off
Hours after President Trump said he would impose extra heavy tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, the White House reversed ...
Could Canada cut off Michigan's electricity? What to know as tariff disputes continue
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said that his province is prepared to add a 25% surcharge on the electricity it exports to Michigan ...
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US, Canada, EU tariff war impacts red swing states and Washington alcohol
President Trump has promised to retaliate, including a 200% tariff on alcohol imports from the EU if they continue targeting ...
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Buffalo's mayoral candidates share concerns over tariff rift between United States, Canada
The continued rift between the two countries over tariffs has local leaders running for the Mayor of Buffalo concerned over ...