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Trump threatens 50 percent tariff hike on Canadian goods
President Donald Trump announced a 50 percent tariff on some Canadian goods effective August 19, using Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The tariffs target exports like wine, honey, textiles, and furniture, and exclude exemptions under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. The move escalates tensions with Canada, which has retaliated against U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs.
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- Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
- Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
- Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
- Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
- Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol
- Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol