U.S. President Donald Trump imposed an additional 50 percent tariff on some Canadian goods July 20, saying the country has discriminated against American dairy, alcohol, and auto exports.
“President Trump is taking action to hold Canada accountable for its continued discrimination against and unreasonable and unequal treatment of U.S. commerce that has burdened and disadvantaged hardworking Americans,” the White House said in a statement.
The tariffs take effect in 30 days.
Trump said earlier in the day he spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about the need for Canada to intensify efforts to manage its wildfires. He floated the idea last week of imposing a tariff in response to Canada’s wildfire smoke spreading to the United States….
Trump Imposes 50 Percent Tariff on Certain Canadian Goods
