Trump plans 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico over border concerns

Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, citing concerns over illegal drugs and migrants crossing the U.S. border. He claims this is necessary to combat what he calls an "invasion." Statistics show that while most illegal drugs and migrants enter the U.S. from Mexico, there has been a notable increase in apprehensions at the northern border with Canada. In the 2024 fiscal year, U.S. Border Patrol apprehended over 23,700 individuals at the northern border, a significant rise from previous years. Canadian officials acknowledge the increase in border security concerns and are prepared to enhance surveillance and resources. They emphasize that the majority of drug seizures, particularly fentanyl, occur at the southern border, where the problem is much larger.