Dossier
Abacus
Coverage of Abacus in the Nexus archive.
- Trump edges back to tariff maximalism to sway trade talks
President Trump is considering imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian autos, dairy, and alcohol to pressure Canada during USMCA trade negotiations. The move risks legal challenges and strains the US-Canada alliance, with Republican lawmakers expressing concerns over the tactic. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and officials reject US demands for concessions, citing political support for resisting Trump's pressure.