Trump announces 25% tariff on Canadian goods prompting NDP leader to urge Trudeau to respond
Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on Canadian goods, citing illegal immigration and drug trafficking as reasons. This marks a significant escalation in trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh has called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to respond decisively to the tariff. Singh emphasized the need to protect Canadian jobs amid these new trade threats. Trump also indicated plans for similar tariffs on Mexico and China, further complicating international trade relations.