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Trump Slams Canada with 50% Tariffs | Philadelphia News
Trump’s new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods—from hockey sticks to booze—are hitting back at what the White House calls Canada’s unfair trade retaliation. Citing the 1930 Tariff Act, the U.S. argues Canada is one of only two nations to respond to American tariffs, prompting this targeted response set to launch August 19. Tensions have simmered since Trump’s first term, with Canadian provinces even pulling U.S. alcohol off shelves. Officials insist this isn’t a full trade war and remain open to talks—though they’re quick to clarify these tariffs are unrelated to the recent smoke from Canadian…
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