What Does Trump Really Want From Canada and Mexico?
Briefly

President Trump has indicated a willingness to employ tariffs against Canada and Mexico to address concerns regarding immigration and fentanyl trafficking. However, his demands remain vague, enabling him to claim success without clear benchmarks. While he postponed tariffs, claiming concessions from both countries, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau highlighted that many of the actions touted had already been in motion. The extent of cooperation from both nations raises questions about the actual impact of these supposed concessions, particularly concerning the flow of fentanyl across the U.S.-Canada border.
President Trump has employed tariffs as leverage against Canada and Mexico, focusing on migrant flows and fentanyl shipments, though specifics remain uncertain.
Despite claiming victories, Trump's demands lacked clear metrics, with Trudeau emphasizing ongoing efforts, questioning the significance of the promised actions from Canada and Mexico.
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