Trump plans heavy tariffs on Mexico and Canada as countries respond

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President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose heavy tariffs on Mexico and Canada starting in January. He stated that a 25 percent tariff would be applied unless these countries take action against drugs and illegal immigration. In response, both Mexico and Canada expressed concerns about the economic effects of Trump's tariff proposals. They urged cooperation instead of escalating trade tensions. Trump also mentioned a potential additional 10 percent tariff on China, contingent on the country enforcing the death penalty for drug dealers linked to fentanyl.


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