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U.S. to tariff Chinese trailers to aid domestic producers

The Commerce Department is imposing tariffs of about 260% on “van-type trailers” that were being “dumped” into the U.S. — imported at prices that make it difficult for domestic manufacturers to compete. 

October 28, 2026
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Trump expands tariff exemptions for Canadian goods

The Trump administration is expanding tariff exemptions to more Canadian products, including paper, plastic, machinery and seaweed products.

October 23, 2026
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U.S.-Mexico trade talks cool over metals

U.S. and Mexican trade negotiators have hit an impasse over tariffs on steel and aluminum, dashing earlier optimism for an imminent deal.

October 21, 2026
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Carney unveils C$9 billion in funding for Ontario

Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a C$9 billion partnership with Ontario to support the province’s tariff-battered steel and auto industries.

October 21, 2026
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Trump faces suit over 50% Canada tariffs

The Trump administration is being sued over the imposition of 50% tariffs on an array of Canadian goods.

October 20, 2026
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Ontario Premier Ford warns U.S. tariffs may outlast Trump

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Canada must prepare for the possibility that U.S. trade protectionism will last well beyond President Donald Trump’s administration.

October 14, 2026
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Importers win class status in Trump tariff refund fight

A U.S. trade judge approved class-action status for a legal fight over refunds for President Donald Trump’s global tariffs.

October 8, 2026
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U.S., EU, 13 countries target excess manufacturing capacity

The U.S. joined 14 other economies in pledging to confront excess manufacturing capacity and production in certain sectors.

October 7, 2026
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Trump forced-labor tariffs face skeptical trade court

The Trump administration faced skeptical questions from a U.S. trade court about the legal foundation underpinning President Trump’s latest round of global tariffs.

October 1, 2026
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Carney accuses U.S. steelmaker of betraying Canadian workers

Stelco announced layoffs it attributed in part to President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Carney also threatened legal action.

September 30, 2026

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