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Trump Confirms Tariffs on Canada and Mexico to Begin Next Month

President Trump announces upcoming tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods, sparking fears of economic impact and retaliatory actions from trade partners.

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  2. Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico are 'on time' with more import taxes to come

    Trump has persistently threatened tariffs and kept up those calls even as Macron, standing beside him, had previously suggested that talks on trade had produced some common ground.

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  3. Trump Accidentally Insults Himself: ‘Who Would Ever Sign A Thing Like This?’

    Trump made tariffs an integral part of his 2024 campaign and has taken strides, via executive orders, to get the ball rolling on implementing them on Canada, Mexico and China.

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Updated: Feb 25th, 2025, 4:21 PM ET

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President Trump confirmed that tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico will commence next month, ending a temporary delay. The tariffs, which will be 25% on Mexican goods and 10% on certain Canadian imports, aim to pressure these countries on immigration and drug issues. Economists warn that these tariffs could raise consumer prices and stifle economic growth, while businesses express concern over potential retaliatory measures from trade partners. Canadian leaders, including Ontario's Doug Ford, indicate proposals to retaliate, raising tensions ahead of the implementation date.


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  • Trump insists on moving forward with tariffs on Canada and Mexico, aiming for reciprocal trade measures that emphasize reducing unfair import practices and growing domestic manufacturing.


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