The White House announced additional 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods Tuesday night, escalating trade tensions between the two countries. The specific products affected were not immediately detailed.
The White House announced late Tuesday an additional 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods, according to the official statement. The announcement did not specify which products are covered, leaving room for clarification. This is a unilateral trade action by the Trump administration, citing the same trade framework as previous tariff measures. No immediate response from Canada has been reported.
2 developments
- StrongCarney: US tariffs 'changed all trade relations' after 50% levy on Canadian goods
- StrongTrump renews threat of 100% tariff on European countries over digital services tax
- StrongTrump blames Canada for US air pollution, says costs should be added to tariffs
- DevelopingFederal appeals court lets Trump's 10% tariff stand during appeal
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