Trump defends 50% tariffs on Canada, saying ‘they need us to survive’
President Trump has announced a 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, asserting that Canada is economically dependent on the United States. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to intensify negotiations to resolve the trade dispute before the tariffs take effect next month.
Donald Trump meets with the Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, in the Oval Office of the White House on 6 May 2025./Getty Images Donald Trump meets with the Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, in the Oval Office of the White House on 6 May 2025./Getty Images US news Trump defends 50% tariffs on Canada, saying ‘they need us to survive’ Mark Carney says Canada is ‘united’ in face of threats as leaders agree to talk before tariffs take effect next month
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