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Trump vows to double Canadian auto tariffs, escalating fight

The latest tariff threat comes after negotiations between the U.S. and Canada broke down Aug. 21, which led to a 50% levy on billions of dollars worth of Canadian goods to take effect. 

August 24, 2026
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U.S.-Canada trade talks broke down over heavy-duty trucks

Under the deal the two countries were working toward, the regular auto tariff would have been lowered to 15% from 25%. Canada wanted that relief expanded to medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, which range from large pickup trucks to commercial vehicles. 

August 24, 2026
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Canada expects long trade war with U.S. after talks collapse

Canadian leader Mark Carney said he will prepare a domestic aid package to help businesses hurt by U.S. tariffs, and is designing those measures to ride out the balance of Trump’s term if necessary.

August 24, 2026
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Trump Says He Would Prefer No USMCA Deal

President Trump said he'd rather the U.S. not be a part of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trilateral trade pact but sent mixed signals about an upcoming renewal deadline.

June 17, 2026
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Volvo Wins U.S. Clearance Over China-Tied Vehicle Ban

The Trump administration reached an agreement with Volvo Car that will allow the automaker to avoid a U.S. ban on connected vehicles tied to China.

May 26, 2026
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Trump Says He's Still Considering Deal for Spirit Airlines

President Donald Trump said the federal government was still looking at a rescue plan for Spirit Airlines and would offer a final proposal. 

May 1, 2026
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Trump Says US to Raise Tariff Rate on EU Cars, Trucks to 25%

President Donald Trump claimed that the EU had failed to fully comply with a trade agreement negotiated with the U.S.

May 1, 2026
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US Starts Second Trade Probe in Revived Tariff Policy

The administration has rushed to construct a new tariff regime after the Supreme Court ruled that the president violated the Constitution by imposing many of his previous duties using an emergency law. 

March 13, 2026
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Trump Privately Weighs Quitting USMCA Trade Pact

The president has asked aides why he shouldn’t withdraw from the pact, which he signed during his first term, though he has stopped short of flatly signaling that he will do so, Bloomberg reports.

February 11, 2026
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Trump Backs Nvidia Deal With China, Adds Chip Tariff

Under an order Trump signed on Jan. 14, the government would collect the duty on the chips as they’re brought to the U.S. before final shipment to Chinese customers and other foreign markets.

January 14, 2026

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