President Trump declares his trade war with Mexico and Canada is primarily about countering the fentanyl crisis, asserting a connection to drug flows. After imposing tariffs, he exhibits a change of approach by exempting Mexico from tariffs on USMCA-covered exports due to cooperation on border issues. His comments on Canada suggest a strained relationship, with implications that Prime Minister Trudeau is leveraging the tariff situation for political gain. The stark disparity in fentanyl seizures highlights significant trafficking challenges faced by the U.S. from Mexico compared to Canada.
President Trump insists that tariffs on Mexico and Canada are aimed at stemming drug flow into the U.S., primarily fentanyl, to save lives.
The trade war began under the guise of drug control, but recent tariffs didn't stick for Mexico due to a positive conversation between leaders.
Trump's statement about Canadian Prime Minister, suggesting Trudeau uses tariff issues to campaign, reflects continual tensions in the U.S.-Canada relationship.
Fentanyl seizures reveal a stark contrast between the U.S.'s southern and northern borders, with much larger amounts entering from Mexico.
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