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U.S. Tariffs Spark Canada’s Retaliation | Montpelier News
The U.S. just slapped 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods, sparking an immediate and fierce Canadian retaliation set for September 8th. Canada’s finance minister revealed plans to match U.S. tariffs dollar for dollar on steel, dairy, appliances, and electronics — a direct response to U.S. demands that Canada deemed unacceptable, especially those threatening their auto industry and global trade flexibility. Despite U.S. claims of defending workers and supply chains, Canada says they offered concessions like easing tariffs and boosting U.S. alcohol sales — but the U.S. offered too…
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