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Trump raises tensions with Canada by announcing new tariffs

Season 2026 Episode 149 | 6m 48s

The Trump administration is imposing a new round of tariffs on Canada, accusing the country of unfairly discriminating against American autos, dairy products and alcohol. The 50 percent tariffs would cover some $20 billion worth of Canadian imports, on goods ranging from cement to hockey sticks. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Natasha Sarin of the Yale Budget Lab.

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