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Trump Slaps 50% Tariffs on Most Canadian Goods
Economy

Trump Slaps 50% Tariffs on Most Canadian Goods

Trump has announced 50% tariffs on most Canadian imports, accusing Canada of unfairly discriminating against US autos, alcohol, and dairy. The duties take effect within 30 days and mark the sharpest escalation in US-Canada trade tensions since Trump's return to office. The targeted goods include wine, hockey sticks, and cement.

Sources
Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian imports

Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian imports

BBC · Jul 20

Donald Trump to impose 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, White House says

Donald Trump to impose 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, White House says

The Guardian · Jul 20

Donald Trump says US to hit Canada with 50% tariffs

Donald Trump says US to hit Canada with 50% tariffs

Financial Times · Jul 20

Trump imposes 50% US tariffs on some Canadian goods, citing discrimination

Trump imposes 50% US tariffs on some Canadian goods, citing discrimination

Al Jazeera · Jul 21

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