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Trump’s 50% Tariffs Shake U.S.-Canada Trade | Lafayette Louisiana News
Tensions between the U.S. and Canada are escalating as President Trump slaps a 50% tariff on $20 billion in Canadian imports, prompting Prime Minister Trudeau to vow retaliation. This latest move follows months of back-and-forth trade threats, exemptions for automakers, and court challenges that have left businesses and consumers scrambling. Despite the USMCA agreement, the U.S. isn’t ready to renew it, adding fuel to the fire as Canada seeks new alliances — including with China — further straining relations. The border economy remains in limbo, caught in a cycle of uncertainty and shifting…
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