Trump Slaps 50% Tariffs on Canada | Roanoke News

Trump just slapped a 50% tariff on most Canadian goods — autos, booze, cheese — citing unfair trade practices, sparking fears of economic chaos and deepening U.S.-Canada tensions. Leveraging a rarely used 1930s trade law, the move targets sectors not covered by the expired USMCA, while energy and minerals are spared. Lawmakers had warned this tool could destabilize the economy — and now it’s being deployed. Complicating matters, the White House is also exploring additional tariffs, this time blaming Canadian wildfires for poor U.S. air quality. A volatile, multi-layered trade showdown is unfolding. Listen in comfort: Get a di...