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Canada Fires Back at U.S. Tariffs | Global News

Published
August 22, 2026
Duration
1:51
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Last updated
Aug 23, 2026

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The U.S. just slapped 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods, triggering an immediate dollar-for-dollar retaliation from Canada — a dramatic escalation that threatens the future of the North American trade deal and sends shockwaves through billions in annual commerce. Talks collapsed after Canada pushed for concessions on steel, aluminum, cars, and …

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The U.S. just slapped 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods, triggering an immediate dollar-for-dollar retaliation from Canada — a dramatic escalation that threatens the future of the North American trade deal and sends shockwaves through billions in annual commerce. Talks collapsed after Canada pushed for concessions on steel, aluminum, cars, and lumber, while the U.S. refused to budge — accusing Canada of backing out of a previously agreed-upon deal. Prime Minister Carney blamed Washing

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