Canada-U.S. Relations Continue to Reach Lows Over Tariffs and Annexation Threats

With Prime Minister Trudeau soon stepping down, Canada faces its worst U.S. relations since the Great Depression amid escalating tariff threats from President Trump. The proposed 25 percent tariffs on Canadian exports, excluding oil and gas, could have severe implications. Trump's justifications for tariffs include concerns over migrants and fentanyl influx, prompting Canada to strengthen border security significantly, including a $1.3 billion federal package and deploying drones. These strained relations signal a troubling future for cross-border trade and diplomacy.

After a week of confusing signals from the White House, Mr. Trump said he was committed to imposing potentially devastating 25 percent tariffs on most exports from Canada except oil and gas.

If we recall when Mr. Trump first started proposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico, he had two justifications: overrun by migrants and fentanyl from borders.

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