Trump announces 50% tariff on Canadian vehicles and parts

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President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on all cars, trucks, parts, and steel from Canada, effective January 1, 2027. He stated that building in the US would incur zero tariffs. The announcement, made on Truth Social, targets Canada specifically, according to Financial Times. Trump criticized Canada's agricultural tariffs and a $60 billion trade deficit, claiming Canada has "cheated the US for years." Trump further stated Canada should no longer be treated as a state, calling it one of the worst nations to deal with. He claimed Canada conducts 95% of its business with the US.


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