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WARMINGTON: Trump targets steel and aluminum in trade war with Canada


Published on 2025-02-10 20:40:39 - MSN
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  • The trade war between the United States and Canada officially started with a stroke of President Donald Trump's pen at around 6 p.m. on Monday. This comes just a week into a promised 30-day pause on a blanket 25% tariff on Canadian goods.

The article by Joe Warmington discusses former U.S. President Donald Trump's focus on steel and aluminum tariffs as part of his broader trade war with Canada. Trump has expressed intentions to reinstate tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum if he were to return to office, citing the need to protect American industries from what he perceives as unfair trade practices. This stance has reignited tensions between the U.S. and Canada, with Canadian officials and industry leaders expressing concern over the potential economic impact. The article highlights the historical context of these tariffs, which were initially imposed in 2018 under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, leading to retaliatory measures from Canada. Despite a temporary resolution in 2019, the threat of renewed tariffs continues to loom, affecting industries and diplomatic relations. Trump's comments also reflect his ongoing criticism of the current U.S. administration's trade policies, positioning the issue as a significant point in his potential 2024 campaign platform.

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